Express Holiday Yorkshire Bites

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These mini Yorkshire pudding bites are golden and crisp, filled with tender roast beef and a smooth horseradish cream. Simple to prepare, they bake quickly in a hot oven with a batter made from flour, eggs, milk, and salt. The warm puddings are filled just before serving, creating a perfect balance of crisp puffed shells and savory filling. This appetizer shines at holiday gatherings and elegant parties, offering rich flavors with a hint of fresh chives and pepper.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:24:00 GMT
Golden brown Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, filled with savory roast beef and tangy horseradish cream. Save
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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.
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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.

Crispy Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, ready to eat, topped with roast beef and fresh chives. Save
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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.

Express Holiday Yorkshire Bites

Mini golden Yorkshire bites filled with roast beef and horseradish cream, ideal for festive entertaining.

Prep time
10 minutes
Time to cook
20 minutes
Time Required
30 minutes
Created by Hannah Lewis


Skill level Easy

Cuisine British

Makes 18 Portions

Dietary details None specified

What You Need

Batter

01 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 1 cup whole milk
03 3 large eggs
04 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

For the Pudding Tins

01 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Filling

01 6 ounces sliced roast beef, cut into strips
02 1/2 cup sour cream
03 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
04 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
05 Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How To Make

Step 01

Preheat Oven and Prepare Tin: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place a mini muffin tin with 18 wells inside to heat.

Step 02

Mix Batter: Whisk together flour, eggs, milk, and salt in a bowl until smooth and without lumps. Allow batter to rest while the oven heats.

Step 03

Heat Oil in Tin: Remove the hot muffin tin carefully, add about 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil to each well, then return to oven for 2 minutes until oil shimmers.

Step 04

Fill and Bake Batter: Quickly fill each well halfway with batter and bake for 15 to 17 minutes until puffed and deep golden brown. Avoid opening the oven during baking.

Step 05

Prepare Horseradish Cream: Combine sour cream, horseradish, half the chopped chives, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 06

Cool Yorkshire Puddings: Remove the puddings from the tin and allow to cool slightly.

Step 07

Assemble Bites: Fill each pudding with a strip of roast beef and a dollop of horseradish cream. Garnish with the remaining chives and serve warm.

Needed utensils

  • Mini muffin tin (18-well)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small bowl

Allergy details

Check components for allergens, and get advice from a medical expert if you're unsure.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, and milk (dairy); may contain mustard (from horseradish).

Nutrition Details (each serving)

Details are for informational purposes, not medical use.
  • Kilocalories: 70
  • Fat content: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Proteins: 3 g