The Air Fryer Yorkshire pudding is a 5-ingredient show-stopping golden puffy buns that are made in the air fryer in minutes and risen to a jaw-dropping height and shape.
The air fryer gives the pudding a nice crispy exterior while keeping the inside light, airy and fluffy.
Air Fryer Yorkshire Pudding
My favorite thing about Yorkshire pudding is how easy it is to make and how versatile it is. I enjoy it as a side dish, as the main course, or on its own, and it always hits the spot. My kids are obsessed with how it creates a hole in the middle. While they love their Yorkie buns (this is how they proclaimed the dish) with fruit and powdered sugar, I loved my Yorkshire pudding with ham and melted cheese.
What is Yorkshire Pudding?
Yorkshire pudding is not exactly a pudding in the traditional sense of the word. It’s a type of batter dish that originates from the county of Yorkshire in England. It is made using flour, eggs, and milk, and is then cooked in a hot oven until it rises and forms a light, fluffy pudding. The taste reminds me of a savory, eggy flavor that is similar to traditional crepes, pancakes, or even Cloud bread. The texture is light and airy, with a slightly crispy outer edge. Video on how to make Yorkshire Pudding in the oven.
How to Make Yorkshire pudding in the Air Fryer
Gather the Ingredients. This recipe will make 16:
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 cup of flour
- 3 eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil
- ½ teaspoon of sugar, optional. I like to add sugar for a sweet and savory taste.
- Seasoning of choice. I added a pinch of black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. While seasoning is optional too, I love how it adds more flavor to the buns. My house smells fantastic!
To make an air fryer Yorkshire pudding, combine the ingredients in a bowl until smooth consistency and pour into hot greased muffin tins, (I used silicone baking cups). Pictures 2 and 3.
Then cook for 13 minutes (flipping after 10 mins) at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 °C). The result is golden, fluffy Yorkshire puddings that are sure to impress your family and friends. Please find the detailed printable instructions in the recipe card below.
I used the air fry function. If using the “Bake” setting you can increase the temperature to 400F/200C.
What equipment do I need?
For Air fryer Yorkshire puddings you need the Air fryer and muffin tins (greased). The air fryer model that I use is Ninja Foodi 6-in-1. For the tins, I tested this recipe using ramekins and silicone muffin liners. While the Yorkie buns make absolutely no mess and do not get stuck to either ramekins or silicone cups, (I repeat, they must be thoroughly greased), I found that it is much easier to cook the Yorkie buns using silicone muffin cups. They slide out of the muffin tins with ease. Plus they rise better, see the picture below.
Do I need to flip the Yorkshire puddings?
Yes. Cook for initial 10 minutes, then open your air fryer. Once you open it, be prepared for the jaw-dropping effect. You will be amazed at how beautiful they look and how much they have risen. Flip each Yorkie pudding on the other side. At this point, you may decide to take them out of the muffin cups or ramekins. Cook the bottoms at the same temperature for 3 minutes or until golden to your liking.
How to Serve Yorkshire pudding
While it can be enjoyed on its own, Yorkshire pudding is often served with gravy, roasted meat, and other sauces.
As a sweet dessert, with fruit and custard and whipped cream. My daughter loves them with fresh blueberries sprinkled with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar. I enjoyed them with ham and melted cheese.
Yorkshire Pudding Toppings
- Drizzle the pudding with gravy or sauce.
- Fill it with gravy and mashed potatoes.
- Top it with meats, vegetables, or even seafood.
- My personal favorite is to toast it with ham and cheese until it's melty and caramelized.
- For a sweet twist, fill your Yorkshire pudding with berries and dust with powdered sugar.
So if you're curious about what Yorkshire pudding tastes like, consider giving it a try. You may just be surprised by how delicious this unique dish can be.
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Air Fryer Yorkshire Pudding
The Air Fryer Yorkshire pudding is a 5 ingredient show-stopping golden puffy buns that are made in the air fryer in minutes and risen to a jaw-dropping height and shape.
The air fryer gives the pudding a nice crispy exterior while keeping the inside light, airy and fluffy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 cup of flour
- 3 medium eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 Tablespoons oil
- ½ teaspoon of sugar, optional. I like to add sugar for a sweet and savory taste.
- Seasoning of choice. I added a pinch of black pepper, pinch of garlic powder and a pinch of Italian seasoning. While seasoning is optional too and I love how it adds more flavor to the buns.
- Oil for greasing. Or spray oil.
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth consistency.
- Ensure there are no lumps in the batter.
- Generously grease each muffin cup with oil and place them in the air fryer to heat up for 5 minutes
- Pour the batter into each hot greased muffin cup. Fill it in only halfway.
- Then cook on air-fry mode for 13 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 °C). Flip after 10 minutes and cook the bottoms for the remaining 3 minutes or until golden to your liking.
- If using "Bake" mode, you can increase the temperature to 400F/200C.
- The result is golden, fluffy Yorkshire puddings that are sure to impress your family and friends.
Notes
What equipment do I need?
For Air fryer Yorkshire puddings you need the Air fryer and muffin tins (greased). The air fryer model that I use is Ninja Foodi 6-in-1. For the tins, I tested this recipe using ramekins and silicone muffin liners. While the Yorkie buns make absolutely no mess and do not get stuck to either ramekins or silicone cups, (I repeat, they must be thoroughly greased), I found that it is much easier to cook the Yorkie buns using silicone muffin cups. They slide out of the muffin tins with ease. Plus they rise better, see the picture below.
Do I need to flip Yorkshire Pudding?
Yes. Cook for initial 10 minutes, then open your air fryer. Once you open it, be prepared for the jaw-dropping effect. You will be amazed at how beautiful they look and how much they have risen. Flip each Yorkie pudding on the other side. At this point, you may decide to take them out of the muffin cups. Cook the bottoms at the same temperature for 3 minutes or until golden to your liking.
Mary Sarver
I ordered the silicone muffin liners you suggested in your recipe. I received them and they are only 2.5 oz each. Which size did you use?
Irina
HI Mary. I'm not sure what's in ounces. Mine are approx 3 inches in diameter at the top and 2 inches in diameter at the bottom
Edith
You have too order extra large.Amazon.
Ruth
Can you freeze the Yorkshire puddings or refrigerate?
Irina
Absolutely. They store well in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Reheating is easy. 2-3 mins. I haven't froze them yet, but I see why not
Alison
Hi Irina,
I have been told never put wet ingredients into the air fryer as it can be sucked up by the fan and damage the air fryer. I am confused as I know you can make cakes in them but am concerned about the oil. does it go up into the fan area please?
Irina
HI Alison. Good question. Many people think that because it's an air fryer, oil is a no-go, but this isn't the case! Adding just the right amount of oil will help lock in the moisture and give air-fried food its signature crunch. I have used Cuisinarts and Ninjas mostly and never have I seen the fan sucking the wet ingredients such as oil or cake batter. I also have an oven-style air fryer, so I can see thru the window what is going on inside. However, I know that there are af's out there with extra powerful fans that may suck up pizza toppings or cheese for example. Those I stay away from. I heard that people dealing with these issues by attaching the food with toothpicks or covering food with a rack.
Stella
How many does this recipe make approximately?
Irina
This recipe makes approx. 6-8 good-size Yorkshire puds, that fit into standard muffin tip cup
Davina
In Yorkshire we traditionally cook in a large rectangular pan and eat with gravy before the meal. That way you don’t need so much main course . Nowadays we eat with the beef course.
Rachel
Have just made these, and to say they came out well is an understatement. I am using this recipe again. Thank you for sharing this xx
Irina
Yay! So happy to hear that. Thank you! I'm in love with Yorkies myself. Both dog and pudding. lol
Jessica
Can you use almond milk in place of dairy milk?
Irina
I've seen people using water in place of milk, so I'd say YES to Almond milk. Although I haven't tried it myself. Please kindly let me know how did they come out with Almond milk. Yummy! Good luck
Stephen
Could you add some meat drippings
In the batter before you cook the puddings?
Irina
Yes, you could add it in the batter or to silicone tins before adding the batter
Nana Hall
I made these yesterday and cooked half in the air fryer. The other half I cooked in the oven at 425 F. They both rose extremely well. The air fryer ones fell, however and the bottom was wrinkly. They still tasted great. The ones cooked in the oven (using cooking spray to oil the silicone muffin cups, and placed inside a muffin tray for stability) turned out better than any yorkshire puddings I have ever made and I have tried many recipes over the years. I let them sit in the pan outside oven until cool. No deflating at all! The small silicone muffin liners worked really well. Someone asked about the 2 1/2 ounce size and that is what mine were. You don’t need larger ones. Thanks for this great recipe!
Irina
Thank you very much for the tips!
Teresa Boisvert
I am confused about the flipping part. Can you explain?
Irina
If the bottoms look uncooked, I flip the Yorkshire pudding after 10 minutes, to cook the bottoms. For another 3 -4 minutes, until the bottoms are cooked.