Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites

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These golden Yorkshire pudding bites combine a crisp, puffed batter with tender roast beef strips and a creamy horseradish topping. Perfectly sized for festive entertaining or an appetizer, they bake quickly at high heat to achieve their signature rise and crunch. The filling blends sour cream, horseradish, and fresh chives, adding a bright, savory contrast. Easily prepared in under 30 minutes, these can be made ahead and re-warmed, making them ideal for hassle-free hosting.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:27:00 GMT
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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.

This recipe has become my go-to for holiday parties because everyone loves the crispy mini puddings with the savory beef and creamy horseradish filling.

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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This dish always brings my family together, especially during the holidays when everyone enjoys sharing these tasty bites.

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.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 70. Total Fat: 4 g. Carbohydrates: 6 g. Protein: 3 g per bite.

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These Yorkshire pudding bites are sure to be the star of any party with their perfect blend of flavors and textures.

Recipe FAQs

How do I get the Yorkshire puddings to rise well?

Ensure the oven and muffin tin are very hot before adding the batter. Avoid opening the oven door during baking to maintain steam, which helps the puddings rise.

Can I prepare these bites ahead of time?

Yes, bake the puddings earlier, store them, and reheat in a hot oven just before adding the roast beef and horseradish filling.

What can I substitute for roast beef?

Smoked salmon works well for a pescatarian option or try thinly sliced roasted vegetables for a vegetarian twist.

How do I make the horseradish cream filling?

Mix sour cream with prepared horseradish, half the chives, and freshly ground black pepper for a flavorful, creamy topping.

What ingredients are essential for the batter?

The batter consists of all-purpose flour, whole milk, eggs, and sea salt, whisked until smooth for a light rise.

Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites

Mini Yorkshire puddings baked crisp, filled with roast beef and horseradish cream for elegant entertaining.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Duration
30 mins
Authored by Lana Bright

Recipe Type Afterglow Suppers

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Style British

Recipe Yield 18 Serving Size

Diet Preferences None specified

What You'll 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

Directions

Step 01

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

Step 02

Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, and salt until smooth and free of lumps. Allow the batter to rest while the oven heats.

Step 03

Oil the Tin: Remove the hot muffin tin carefully and add 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil to each well. Return to the oven for 2 minutes until the oil is shimmering.

Step 04

Bake Yorkshire Puddings: Quickly fill each well halfway with batter. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes until puddings are puffed and deep golden brown. Avoid opening the oven during baking.

Step 05

Prepare Horseradish Filling: While puddings bake, combine sour cream, horseradish, half the chopped chives, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 06

Cool Puddings: Remove the puddings from the tin once baked and let them 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. Serve warm.

Tools You'll Need

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

Allergy Information

Review each ingredient to identify potential allergens, and consult a healthcare professional if you're unsure.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (dairy). May contain mustard from horseradish. Verify ingredient labels for allergen information.

Nutrition Details (Per Serving)

This nutritional data is for reference only and isn't a substitute for medical advice.
  • Caloric Value: 70
  • Fats: 4 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 6 grams
  • Proteins: 3 grams