Easy Yorkshire Pudding
Easy homemade Yorkshire pudding recipe with whole wheat flour and herbs. Crispy, puffy side dish perfect with roast dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 4 tablespoons beef dripping or vegetable oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, very finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon English mustard powder
- Cooking spray for the baking tin
Instructions
- 1
Combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sea salt, black pepper, and mustard powder in a large mixing bowl, whisking together until evenly distributed.
- 2
Create a shallow well in the center of the dry ingredients and crack all three eggs directly into it.
- 3
Pour the whole milk and cold water into the egg mixture, then begin whisking gently from the center outward to incorporate the dry ingredients gradually.
- 4
Continue whisking for about 2 minutes until you achieve a smooth, thin batter with no visible lumps, then set aside at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow the flour to fully hydrate.
- 5
Position an oven rack to the middle shelf and preheat your oven to 425°F, allowing it to reach full temperature for at least 15 minutes.
- 6
While the oven preheats, warm 1 tablespoon of beef dripping in a small skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the minced onion until it becomes soft and lightly golden, about 4 minutes.
- 7
Add the minced garlic and fresh thyme to the skillet and stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant, then fold this mixture into your rested batter and stir gently to combine.
- 8
Place a standard 12-cup muffin tin or a 9-inch round baking dish in the preheated oven and add the remaining 3 tablespoons of beef dripping, allowing it to heat until it shimmers and just begins to smoke, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Carefully remove the hot baking tin from the oven and quickly divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups (about 3 tablespoons per cup) or pour into the baking dish.
- 10
Immediately return the filled tin to the oven and bake without opening the door for 20 to 25 minutes, until the puddings have risen dramatically and turned deep golden brown on top.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving while they're still warm and puffy, as they will deflate slightly once removed from the heat.
- 12
Serve immediately with roasted meats, vegetables, and rich gravy for dipping.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| all beef dripping | half beef dripping and half extra-virgin olive oil | Reduces saturated fat content while maintaining the savory flavor and crispy texture essential for proper puffing |
| whole milk | unsweetened oat milk or 2% milk | Lowers saturated fat and calories for a lighter version; oat milk adds soluble fiber beneficial for digestive health |
| 1 cup all-purpose flour | 3/4 cup all-purpose flour plus 1/4 cup spelt flour | Spelt provides additional fiber, minerals, and B vitamins while maintaining gluten structure for proper rise; supports better blood sugar regulation |
| English mustard powder | whole grain Dijon mustard paste, 1 teaspoon mixed with 1 tablespoon water | Adds probiotics from fermentation and provides antioxidants; creates more robust flavor with less sodium than powdered varieties |
| vegetable oil or beef dripping | avocado oil at same quantity | Contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and maintains high smoke point for proper crisping; reduces inflammatory omega-6 ratio |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 12)
| Calories | 168 |
| Total Fat | 8g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Cholesterol | 58mg |
| Sodium | 245mg |
| Carbohydrates | 17g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 1g |
| Protein | 6g |
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