Save Delightful mini Yorkshire puddings, golden and crisp, filled with savory roast beef and creamy horseradish — perfect for festive entertaining or as an elegant appetizer.
Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites are my go to for quick festive snacks that please all ages and guests.
Ingredients
- Batter: 1 cup all purpose flour, 1 cup whole milk, 3 large eggs, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- For the Pudding Tins: 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Filling: 6 oz sliced roast beef cut into strips, 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp prepared horseradish, 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a mini muffin tin (18 wells) in the oven to heat.
- Step 2:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, and salt until smooth and lump free. Let the batter rest while the oven heats.
- Step 3:
- Carefully remove the hot muffin tin and add about 1/2 tsp vegetable oil to each well. Return to the oven for 2 minutes until the oil is shimmering.
- Step 4:
- Quickly fill each well about halfway with batter. Bake for 15 17 minutes until puffed and deep golden brown. Do not open the oven during baking.
- Step 5:
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, horseradish, half the chives, and black pepper.
- Step 6:
- Once the Yorkshire puddings are baked, remove from the tin and cool slightly.
- Step 7:
- Fill each pudding with a strip of roast beef and a dollop of horseradish cream. Garnish with remaining chives. Serve warm.
Save These bites always bring my family together especially during busy holiday parties.
Notes
Best served immediately for maximum crispness.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (18 well), Mixing bowl, Whisk, Measuring cups and spoons, Small bowl
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (dairy). May contain Mustard (in horseradish). Always check labels if serving to guests with allergies.
Save These Yorkshire pudding bites provide an effortless way to impress guests with savory holiday flavors.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I get the Yorkshire puddings to puff up properly?
Ensure the oven and muffin tin are thoroughly preheated before adding batter. This high initial heat creates steam that helps the puddings rise and become crisp.
- → Can I prepare the batter ahead of time?
It's best to use the batter fresh for optimal puffiness, but you may rest it briefly while the oven heats without affecting the final texture.
- → What is the best way to keep the bites crisp after baking?
Serve immediately after baking or keep warm in the oven at low heat. Avoid covering to prevent steam from softening the exterior.
- → Are there suitable alternative fillings?
Yes, consider smoked salmon with dill cream or roasted vegetables for variations that maintain the savory balance.
- → How can I adjust the spiciness of the horseradish cream?
Mix in horseradish gradually and taste as you go, since fresh horseradish can vary in heat. Adding sour cream balances the sharpness nicely.