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Classic Yorkshire Puddings Recipe

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Classic British Yorkshire Puddings with a crisp, golden exterior and soft, airy interior, perfect as a traditional side to roasted meats and gravy. This recipe involves chilling the batter for best results and baking in a very hot oven with preheated oil to achieve the signature puffiness.

Ingredients

Batter Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1½ cups flour

For Cooking

  • 12 tsp rice bran oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together all 4 eggs until smooth. Add the milk and salt, then whisk again to combine fully.
  2. Add the Flour: Sift the flour into the egg mixture and mix until there are no lumps. This ensures a smooth batter. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour or ideally overnight to improve texture.
  3. Preheat the Oven and Oil: Add 1 teaspoon of rice bran oil to the base of each cup in a 12-cup muffin tin. Place the tin into the oven, then turn the oven on to 220°C fan bake to preheat. This heats the oil to the correct temperature for frying the batter.
  4. Add the Batter: Once the oven reaches the temperature and the oil is hot, carefully remove the tray and evenly distribute the chilled batter among the 12 cups.
  5. Bake the Puddings: Return the muffin tin to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes without opening the oven door, until the puddings are puffed, golden, and crispy on the outside.
  6. Serve Immediately: Serve the Yorkshire puddings straight from the oven with your favorite roasted meat and rich gravy for a traditional British meal.

Notes

  • Chilling the batter helps the puddings rise better and achieve a lighter texture.
  • Do not open the oven door during baking or the puddings may deflate.
  • Use preheated oil in the muffin tin to create the crispy edges typical of Yorkshire puddings.
  • Serve immediately for best texture as puddings will soften as they cool.
  • Rice bran oil is recommended due to its high smoke point, but vegetable or sunflower oil can be substituted.

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