Yorkshire Pudding Baked in Beef Drippings
Light and airy Yorkshire puddings made from a simple batter and baked to golden perfection using savory beef drippings, a British Sunday roast staple. This british-inspired quick meals ready in about 60 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, large eggs, whole milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp beef drippings
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 3 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 2: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place a 12-hole muffin tin on a baking sheet and add 3 tbsp beef drippings divided evenly among the holes. Heat the tray in the oven for 10 minutes or until the drippings are smoking hot.
- Step 3: Carefully remove the hot tin from the oven and immediately pour the batter evenly into the holes, filling about 3/4 full.
- Step 4: Return the tin to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes without opening the oven door until the puddings have puffed up and turned golden brown on top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Yorkshire Pudding Baked in Beef Drippings take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (35 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Yorkshire Pudding Baked in Beef Drippings?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Yorkshire Pudding Baked in Beef Drippings?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Yorkshire Pudding Baked in Beef Drippings for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Yorkshire Pudding Baked in Beef Drippings?
British quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
