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Foolproof Classic Yorkshire Puddings: Guaranteed Tall, Crispy, and Fluffy Rise

A single, perfectly risen yorkshire pudding with a golden-brown crust and a fluffy, hollow interior.
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You want tall, crispy-edged, and airy Yorkshire puddings for your roast dinner. This simple, five-ingredient recipe uses the hot fat trick to guarantee a perfect rise every time you bake them.

Ingredients

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  • 140 g plain flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 200 ml whole milk
  • 200 ml cold water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp beef drippings or neutral oil (for the tins)

Instructions

  1. Place a 12-hole muffin tin into the oven. Add about 1 teaspoon of beef drippings or oil into each cup. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). You need the fat very hot.
  2. While the fat heats, make the batter. Sift the flour and salt into a large bowl. Make a well in the center.
  3. Add the eggs to the well. Begin whisking the eggs, gradually incorporating the flour from the sides until you have a thick, smooth paste.
  4. Slowly whisk in the milk until the batter is smooth. Then, whisk in the cold water until the batter is the consistency of thin cream. Do not overmix.
  5. Let the batter rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or chill it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours for the best results.
  6. Once the oven is fully preheated and the fat is smoking hot, carefully remove the tin from the oven. Work quickly.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the hot fat, filling each cup about one-third full. The batter should sizzle immediately upon contact.
  8. Return the tin immediately to the hot oven. Do not open the oven door for the first 20 minutes of baking.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puddings are deeply golden brown, tall, and crisp.
  10. Serve immediately with roast beef and gravy.

Notes

  • For the highest rise, ensure your oven temperature is accurate and the fat is smoking hot before adding the batter.
  • Using a mix of milk and cold water helps create steam, leading to a lighter, airier center.
  • If you make the batter ahead of time, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

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