Air Fryer Yorkshire Puddings
⏱ Time
Prep: 5 minutes
Resting batter: 15–30 minutes (recommended)
Cook: 10–12 minutes
Total: ~30–40 minutes
🍽 Servings
Makes 6 small Yorkshire puddings
🛒 Ingredients
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup milk (room temperature)
1 large egg (room temperature)
¼ tsp salt
2–3 tbsp vegetable oil or beef dripping
🔪 Instructions
1. Make the Batter
In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
Add egg and whisk until smooth.
Slowly whisk in milk until you have a thin, lump-free batter (similar to heavy cream).
Let the batter rest for 15–30 minutes at room temperature (important for rise).
2. Preheat the Air Fryer & Pan
Place 1 teaspoon oil into each cup of a heatproof muffin tin or silicone mold.
Put the empty tin into the air fryer.
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes, until the oil is very hot.
3. Fill the Tin
Carefully remove the hot tin.
Quickly pour batter into each cup, filling ½ to ⅔ full.
You should hear a sizzle — that’s good!
4. Air Fry
Return the tin to the air fryer.
Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes.
Do not open the air fryer while cooking, or they may collapse.
5. Serve Immediately
Remove and serve hot with roast beef, gravy, or sausages.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Yorkshire Puddings
Batter and egg should be room temperature.
Oil must be smoking hot before adding batter.
Silicone molds are easiest for air fryers.
For extra crispiness, cook an extra 1–2 minutes.
🥩 Variations
Mini Yorkshires: Use smaller molds, cook 8–9 minutes.
Herb Yorkshires: Add a pinch of thyme or rosemary to batter.
Gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.