Express Holiday Yorkshire Bites

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These golden mini Yorkshire bites offer a festive, savory experience perfect for appetizers or elegant entertaining. Crisp on the outside with a fluffy interior, they are filled with tender roast beef strips and a creamy horseradish and sour cream blend. Ready in 30 minutes, these bites combine simple batter ingredients baked in a hot mini muffin tin, then topped before serving. A touch of fresh chives adds brightness, making them a quick and delightful holiday treat. Variations include smoked salmon for a pescatarian alternative.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:17:00 GMT
Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, golden and puffy, filled with savory roast beef and garnished with fresh chives. Save
Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, golden and puffy, filled with savory roast beef and garnished with fresh chives. | gingertaste.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.

I first served these Yorkshire pudding bites at a holiday gathering and everyone loved the 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

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.
Mini Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites showcasing crisp, brown batter, cradling horseradish-topped roast beef. Save
Mini Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites showcasing crisp, brown batter, cradling horseradish-topped roast beef. | gingertaste.com

These bites have become a family holiday favorite creating warm memories around the table every year

Required Tools

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

Nutritional Information

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

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (dairy). May contain Mustard (in horseradish). Always check labels if serving to guests with allergies.

Imagine tender roast beef nestled within fluffy Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, a perfect holiday appetizer. Save
Imagine tender roast beef nestled within fluffy Express Holiday Yorkshire Pudding Bites, a perfect holiday appetizer. | gingertaste.com

Enjoy these Yorkshire pudding bites warm fresh from the oven for the best texture and flavor

Recipe Questions & Answers

What type of flour is best for the batter?

All-purpose flour is recommended to achieve a light and airy texture in the Yorkshire batter.

How do I keep the puddings crisp after baking?

Serve immediately after filling or briefly rewarm in a hot oven to maintain their golden crispiness.

Can I prepare these Yorkshire bites in advance?

Yes, bake the puddings earlier in the day and reheat them just before filling for the best quality.

What can I substitute for roast beef in the filling?

Smoked salmon is a flavorful pescatarian alternative that pairs well with the creamy horseradish topping.

How important is preheating the mini muffin tin?

Preheating the tin ensures a quick rise and crisp exterior by instantly cooking the batter edges upon contact.

Express Holiday Yorkshire Bites

Golden mini Yorkshire bites filled with savory roast beef and creamy horseradish for festive gatherings.

Setup duration
10 min
Heat application time
20 min
Complete duration
30 min
Created by Olivia Harper

Classification Asian-Inspired Dishes

Complexity Easy

Heritage British

Output 18 Portions

Nutrition specifications None specified

Components

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

Preparation steps

Phase 01

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

Phase 02

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

Phase 03

Oil Muffin Wells: Remove the hot muffin tin carefully and add approximately 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil to each well. Return to oven for 2 minutes until oil shimmers.

Phase 04

Fill and Bake: Quickly fill each muffin well about halfway with batter. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes until puffed and deep golden brown. Avoid opening oven during baking.

Phase 05

Prepare Filling: While pudding bakes, combine sour cream, horseradish, half of the chopped chives, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Phase 06

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

Phase 07

Assemble Bites: Fill each pudding with a strip of roast beef and a dollop of horseradish cream. Garnish with remaining chives and serve warm.

Necessary tools

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

Potential allergens

Review each component for potential allergens and seek professional healthcare advice if you're uncertain about ingredients.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, and milk (dairy). May contain mustard from horseradish.

Nutrient breakdown (per portion)

These values are provided as estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy Content: 70
  • Fats: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Proteins: 3 g