Just what your dinner has been missing… Delicious, crispy Yorkshire puddings – easy to make and they turn out perfectly every time.
When I was growing up, there was an unwritten rule in my household that Yorkshire puddings were only made to go with roast beef.
As I’ve grown up I’ve realised that that’s absolute nonsense and they can go with pretty much everything. I’ll often eat them with roast turkey or sausage and mash (or just by themselves as a snack!). However, a little while ago I was chatting to someone on Twitter about Yorkshire puddings (like you do) and she mentioned that some people eat them with jam. They do go with a lot but I wonder if this is a step too far. That said, I’ve not tried it so perhaps I should give it a go before I knock the idea too much.
What’s the most usual thing you’ve ever eaten with a Yorkshire pudding?
Whilst I’m unconvinced by the Yorkshire pudding/jam combination, one thing I’m sure goes well with them is rich, delicious gravy – yum.
How to Reheat Yorkshire Puddings
If you’ve got Yorkshire puddings left over (as if that would ever happen) then you can reheat them. Simply pop them into the oven at 220ºC/200ºC fan for a few minutes to warm through. Don’t be tempted to reheat them in the microwave as they’ll go soggy and chewy, using the oven keeps them crisp and it’s quick too.
Yorkshire Puddings
INGREDIENTS
- 70 g plain flour
- 2 eggs
- 100 ml milk - I usually use skimmed but any type is fine
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt
RECIPE VIDEO
INSTRUCTIONS
- Pre-heat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan
- Add ½tsp olive oil to each hole in a 6-hole muffin tin and place into the hot oven
- Add 70g of plain flour and 2 eggs to a large bowl and mix thoroughly
- Gradually add 100ml milk, ensuring that each part is fully incorporated into the mixture before adding more
- Season with salt (I use ½tsp)
- Leave to rest until ready to cook (optional)
- Remove the hot oil from the oven and carefully pour in the batter, evenly distributing it between the 6 holes
- Cook for 20-25 minutes until the yorkshire puddings are puffed up and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately
NOTES
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Any nutritional information provided is the estimated nutritional information per serving. Please refer to my guide to Charlotte’s Lively Kitchen nutritional information if you would like to learn more about how this is calculated.
Free From/Suitable For…
The ingredients for this recipe are easily available free from all these allergens. However, please ensure you double-check allergen information for all ingredients.
- Suitable for Vegetarians
- Tree Nut-Free
- Peanut-Free
- Sesame-Free
- Soy-Free
- Sulpher Dioxide and Sulphite-Free
- Fish-Free
- Crustacean-Free
- Mollusc-Free
- Celery and Celeriac-Free
- Mustard-Free
- Lupin-Free
The ingredients for this recipe are easily available free from all these allergens. However, please ensure you double-check allergen information for all ingredients.
teri says
I used to stress over Yorkies, there was always so much going on in the kitchen when cooking for a houseful. Now I cook them first thing in the morning and just warm them up quickly before serving.
Stuart Thomas says
A nice simple recipe. However I question using olive oil which has a low smoking point in a recipe which demands high temperatures.
Charlotte Oates says
I don’t find it to be a problem. However, you can switch the olive oil for the same amount of another cooking oil if you prefer. I use olive oil as I like the flavour and it’s something I always have in the cupboard, but other alternatives would work just as well.
Eliza says
I’m 79 and one of my happy memories is having left over yorkies with jam for Sunday tea. Mum always made sure there was plenty left. Not sure left over was the right description.
Charlotte Oates says
We never have leftovers!
Jemma Fitz says
Top recipe. Puffed up really nicely and beautifully crisp, I feel like a culinary pro!
Ryan says
A fantastic recipe, they look and taste absolutely great. Perfect for my Sunday roast.
zena moreau says
Hi Charlotte. Recipe a success every time! Just to say, when I was growing up, any leftover Yorkshire puddings were eaten with Golden syrup. Not bizarre in my book!
Amanda Burton says
Do they freeze and reheat Ok? I’m looking to cheat on Christmas day
Charlotte Oates says
Yes, you can freeze them and then reheat them for about 4 minutes at 220C/200C fan.