Save Delightful mini Yorkshire puddings, golden and crisp, filled with savory roast beef and creamy horseradish &mdash perfect for festive entertaining or as an elegant appetizer.
This recipe has become a holiday favorite in our family, always impressing guests with its combination of textures and flavors.
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
- Preheat the oven:
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C) and place mini muffin tin (18 wells) inside to warm.
- Prepare batter:
- Whisk flour eggs milk and salt until smooth and lump-free; let rest while oven heats.
- Oil muffin tin:
- Remove tin add about 1/2 tsp vegetable oil to each well and return to oven for 2 minutes until shimmering.
- Fill and bake:
- Fill each well halfway with batter bake for 15 17 minutes until puffed deep golden brown do not open oven during baking.
- Make filling:
- Combine sour cream horseradish half the chives and black pepper in small bowl.
- Cool puddings:
- Remove baked puddings from tin and cool slightly.
- Fill puddings:
- Fill each with strip of roast beef and dollop of horseradish cream; garnish with remaining chives Serve warm.
Save These bites always bring the family together around the table with smiles and warm conversations.
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
20 minutes
Yield
18 bites
Save Enjoy these savory bites as a festive treat that’s sure to impress your guests every time.
Kitchen Tips & Answers
- → What batter ingredients are used for the Yorkshire bites?
The batter combines all-purpose flour, whole milk, large eggs, and a pinch of fine sea salt to create a smooth, lump-free mixture.
- → How do I achieve the crispy texture in these bites?
Preheating the mini muffin tin with vegetable oil creates the signature crisp and puffed pudding exterior during baking at a high temperature.
- → Can the roast beef filling be substituted?
Yes, smoked salmon offers a delicious pescatarian alternative while maintaining the satisfying savory flavor.
- → How long does baking take for these Yorkshire bites?
They bake for approximately 15 to 17 minutes in a 425°F (220°C) oven until deeply golden and puffed.
- → What is the recommended way to serve these bites?
Serve warm, filled with roast beef strips and a creamy horseradish-sour cream blend, garnished with fresh chives for maximum flavor and crispness.
- → Can these bites be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, bake the puddings earlier and re-warm them in a hot oven before filling to preserve texture and taste.