Toad in the Hole Recipe – A Classic British Comfort Food
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
If you’ve never had Toad in the Hole, you’re missing out on one of the coziest British dishes. It’s basically sausages baked in a fluffy Yorkshire pudding batter, served with onion gravy and peas. Sounds weird, tastes amazing.
Ingredients
For the batter:
- 140g plain flour
- 4 large eggs
- 200ml whole milk
- Pinch of salt and pepper
For the dish:
- 8 pork sausages
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or beef dripping
- Salt and pepper to taste
To serve:
- Onion gravy
- Mashed potatoes or peas
Instructions
1. Make the batter
In a bowl, whisk flour and salt. Make a well in the center, crack in the eggs, and slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. Let it rest for 20 minutes. This gives you a lighter, crispier pudding.
2. Preheat and heat the fat
Preheat your oven to 220°C / 200°C fan / 425°F. Pour oil into a 9×13 inch roasting dish and place it in the oven for 5 minutes until smoking hot.
3. Add sausages and batter
Carefully add sausages to the hot dish and roast for 5 minutes to get color. Pour the batter evenly around and between the sausages. Don’t open the oven door.
4. Bake until puffed and golden
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the batter is well risen and golden brown. It should be crispy on the edges and soft in the middle.
5. Serve immediately
Serve with hot onion gravy and peas or mashed potatoes. It falls fast, so get it to the table quick.
Tips for the Perfect Toad in the Hole
- Hot fat is key: If the oil isn’t smoking hot, the batter won’t rise.
- Don’t open the oven: You’ll let the heat out and the pudding will collapse.
- Rest the batter: 20-30 minutes makes a huge difference in texture.
- Use good sausages: Thick pork sausages work best. Avoid thin cocktail sausages.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cheap and filling: Uses pantry staples and feeds 4 for under $8.
- Kids love it: Crispy, bready, and sausage-y — what’s not to like?
- Perfect for Sunday dinner: Classic British comfort food with minimal effort.
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 420 | Carbs: 28g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 24g
