A true British festive favorite! 🇬🇧✨ These Mini Yorkshire Puddings with Roast Beef & Horseradish Cream make an elegant Christmas (or New Year’s) appetizer. Crispy little Yorkshires act as edible cups, holding tender slices of beef and a zingy horseradish cream.
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Yields24 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time40 mins
Makes 24 mini puddings
For the Yorkshire puddings
1cupall-purpose flour (120 g)
1cupwhole milk (240 ml)
3large eggs
½tspsalt
2tbspbeef drippings or vegetable oil
For the filling
8ozrare roast beef, thinly sliced (deli or homemade)
½cupsour cream or crème fraîche
2tbspprepared horseradish sauce (or more to taste)
1tspDijon mustard (optional, for extra kick)
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Garnish
Fresh chives, finely chopped
Watercress or arugula leaves (optional, for serving platter)
Make the Yorkshire batter
1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth.
Let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes (important for light, crisp Yorkshires).
Bake the mini puddings
2
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place a mini muffin tin in the oven with ½ tsp oil or drippings in each well. Heat until oil is sizzling hot (5 minutes).
Carefully remove tin and pour batter into each well, filling about ⅔ full.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until puffed and golden.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
Prepare horseradish cream
3
In a small bowl, mix sour cream, horseradish sauce, Dijon (if using), salt, and pepper.
Adjust seasoning to taste. Chill until ready to use.
Assemble the bites
4
Place a small dollop of horseradish cream into each Yorkshire pudding.
Roll or fold a slice of roast beef and tuck it inside.
Top with an extra drizzle of horseradish cream and a sprinkle of chives.
Serve
5
Arrange Yorkshires on a platter lined with watercress or arugula for a festive look.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Serving Suggestions
6
Perfect for Christmas Eve buffets, Boxing Day parties, or New Year’s Eve gatherings.
Pair with red wine, mulled wine, or even champagne for a luxurious starter.
Tips & Variations
7
Make-ahead: Yorkshires can be baked earlier in the day, cooled, and reheated for 5 minutes in a hot oven before filling.
Mini sliders: Add a sliver of caramelized onion or horseradish cream cheese under the beef for extra richness.
Cheesy twist: Sprinkle a little grated horseradish cheddar inside before adding beef.
Gluten-free option: Use a gluten-free flour blend—Yorkshires will still puff nicely!
Ingredients
Makes 24 mini puddings
For the Yorkshire puddings
1cupall-purpose flour (120 g)
1cupwhole milk (240 ml)
3large eggs
½tspsalt
2tbspbeef drippings or vegetable oil
For the filling
8ozrare roast beef, thinly sliced (deli or homemade)
½cupsour cream or crème fraîche
2tbspprepared horseradish sauce (or more to taste)
1tspDijon mustard (optional, for extra kick)
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Garnish
Fresh chives, finely chopped
Watercress or arugula leaves (optional, for serving platter)
Directions
Make the Yorkshire batter
1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, eggs, and salt until smooth.
Let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes (important for light, crisp Yorkshires).
Bake the mini puddings
2
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place a mini muffin tin in the oven with ½ tsp oil or drippings in each well. Heat until oil is sizzling hot (5 minutes).
Carefully remove tin and pour batter into each well, filling about ⅔ full.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until puffed and golden.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
Prepare horseradish cream
3
In a small bowl, mix sour cream, horseradish sauce, Dijon (if using), salt, and pepper.
Adjust seasoning to taste. Chill until ready to use.
Assemble the bites
4
Place a small dollop of horseradish cream into each Yorkshire pudding.
Roll or fold a slice of roast beef and tuck it inside.
Top with an extra drizzle of horseradish cream and a sprinkle of chives.
Serve
5
Arrange Yorkshires on a platter lined with watercress or arugula for a festive look.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Serving Suggestions
6
Perfect for Christmas Eve buffets, Boxing Day parties, or New Year’s Eve gatherings.
Pair with red wine, mulled wine, or even champagne for a luxurious starter.
Tips & Variations
7
Make-ahead: Yorkshires can be baked earlier in the day, cooled, and reheated for 5 minutes in a hot oven before filling.
Mini sliders: Add a sliver of caramelized onion or horseradish cream cheese under the beef for extra richness.
Cheesy twist: Sprinkle a little grated horseradish cheddar inside before adding beef.
Gluten-free option: Use a gluten-free flour blend—Yorkshires will still puff nicely!
Notes
Mini Yorkshire Puddings with Roast Beef & Horseradish Cream
