Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites

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These holiday Yorkshire pudding bites offer a quick, delightful appetizer featuring golden, crisp mini puddings filled with tender roast beef and creamy horseradish. The batter combines flour, eggs, milk, and salt, baked in a hot muffin tin for perfect puffiness and color. Filled with a tangy horseradish cream and fresh chives, these savory bites bring festive elegance to any table. Simple to prepare in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for entertaining or a special starter.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:28:00 GMT
Golden-brown Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, filled with tender roast beef and creamy horseradish. Save to Pinterest
Golden-brown Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, filled with tender roast beef and creamy horseradish. | savoringli.com

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 holiday season, I delighted my guests with these bite-sized Yorkshire puddings filled with savory roast beef and creamy horseradish, and they were an instant hit.

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
Crisp, puffed Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, a savory appetizer brimming with roast beef filling. Save to Pinterest
Crisp, puffed Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, a savory appetizer brimming with roast beef filling. | savoringli.com

My family eagerly awaits these Yorkshire pudding bites every holiday, making it a cherished tradition around our table.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes

Tools Needed

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

Elegant Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites: miniature, delicious treats with roast beef, ready to serve warm. Save to Pinterest
Elegant Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites: miniature, delicious treats with roast beef, ready to serve warm. | savoringli.com

These Yorkshire pudding bites bring festive charm with ease and elegance to any gathering.

Recipe Questions & Answers

How do I achieve crispy Yorkshire pudding bites?

Preheat the muffin tin in the oven and use hot vegetable oil in each well before adding the batter. Bake until deep golden brown without opening the oven door.

Can I prepare the pudding batter in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the batter ahead of time but bake the puddings fresh for optimal puffiness and texture.

What can I use instead of roast beef as a filling?

Smoked salmon makes a tasty pescatarian alternative, paired well with the horseradish cream.

How long should the batter rest before baking?

Allow the batter to rest while the oven and muffin tin preheat to improve texture and rise.

What is the best way to serve these bites warm?

Fill the puddings right before serving, or reheat baked puddings briefly in a hot oven before adding fillings.

Are these bites suitable for guests with nut allergies?

Yes, these contain no nuts but always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.

Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites

Golden mini Yorkshire puddings filled with savory roast beef and creamy horseradish, ideal for holiday gatherings.

Prep Time
10 minutes
Time to Cook
20 minutes
Overall Time
30 minutes
Created by savoringli Lila Anderson


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type British

Makes 18 Serving Size

Diet Details None specified

Ingredient List

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

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven and prepare muffin tin: Preheat the oven to 425°F and place a mini muffin tin (18 wells) inside to heat.

Step 02

Mix batter ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, and salt until smooth and lump-free. Allow the batter to rest while oven heats.

Step 03

Heat oil in muffin tin: Remove hot muffin tin carefully and add about half a teaspoon of vegetable oil to each well. Return to oven for 2 minutes until oil shimmers.

Step 04

Fill and bake Yorkshire puddings: Quickly fill each well halfway with batter and bake for 15 to 17 minutes until puffed and deep golden brown, avoiding opening the oven door during baking.

Step 05

Prepare horseradish cream: In a small bowl, mix sour cream, horseradish, half of the chopped chives, and black pepper to taste.

Step 06

Cool baked puddings: Remove Yorkshire puddings from tin and allow to cool slightly.

Step 07

Assemble bites: Fill each pudding with a strip of roast beef and a dollop of horseradish cream, then garnish with remaining chives. Serve warm.

Equipment Needed

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

Allergy Info

Review every ingredient for allergens. If unsure, check with a healthcare provider.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, dairy. May contain mustard (in horseradish).

Nutrition Info (per portion)

Serves for general info – not a replacement for professional advice.
  • Calorie Count: 70
  • Fats: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Proteins: 3 g