How to Make Perfect Yorkshire Puddings with a Frey Bentos Tin

Hailing from God’s Own Country myself — and a self-titled connoisseur of the famous pudding — I was intrigued to hear what game-changing tip could possibly improve my (already near-perfect) Yorkshire pudding technique.

Millions of Brits enjoy a Sunday roast each week, with over half (53%) insisting it’s a regular weekend tradition. And for many of us, Yorkshire puddings are the true star of the show — 48% of Brits say they’re the most important part of the roast.

But according to Brit Superstore, you can make perfect Yorkshire puddings at home with one unlikely supermarket essential — an empty Frey Bentos pie tin.

Millions of Brits enjoy a Sunday roast each week, with over half (53%) of households insisting it’s a regular weekend tradition.

Yorkshire puddings are central to the meal, with 48% of Brits saying they’re the most important part of their weekly roast.

Many people rely on shop-bought puddings for convenience. But according to Brit Superstore, you can make perfect Yorkshire puddings at home with just one supermarket essential — an empty Frey Bentos pie tin.

“Ultimately, it’s a metal dish that holds and distributes heat perfectly,” says Richard Price, Director at Brit Superstore. “What started as a way to make use of leftovers from generations past has now become a clever secret hack. Plus, it even works in an air fryer if you’re short on oven space!

With Christmas coming along soon, many Brits around the world will be hoping to perfect their roast game. This tip really is a game-changer for that homemade British classic”

How to Nail Perfect Yorkshire Puddings with a Frey Bentos tin.

1. Prepare the Tin – Wash and dry your empty Frey Bentos tin thoroughly.
2. Mix the Batter – Use equal parts flour, milk, and eggs (most recipes use 200ml each).
3. Let the Batter Rest & Preheat the Oven – Allow the batter to sit for at least 30 minutes, and make sure your oven and oil are piping hot.
4. Pour Carefully – Add the batter to the heated tin cavities.
5. Bake Until Golden – Wait until crisp and golden brown.
6. Serve Immediately – Enjoy fluffy puddings with a crunchy exterior that rivals your favourite pub.

Common Yorkshire Pudding Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

1. Using fridge-temperature batter. Always bring your batter to room temperature for an even rise.
2. Not letting the batter rest. Letting the batter sit for an hour or more results in lighter, airier puddings.
3. Not having the oil hot enough.  Preheat tins or a cast-iron dish for 10–15 minutes; the oil should bubble immediately when the batter hits it.
4. Overfilling your tin. This causes soggy centres and poor lift. Fill only one-third full maxiumu,
5. Opening the door too soon. Sudden temperature drops make puddings collapse. Wait until they’re golden brown.
6. Not using enough oil. Add a good layer of hot oil or ghee to each mould for puffiness and flavour.
7. Baking at the Wrong Temperature . Yorkshire puddings need a very hot oven (220°C minimum) to rise perfectly.s.

With many Brits turning to convenience foods, this simple hack shows that a little creativity – and a Frey Bentos tin – can elevate a classic Sunday roast without costing extra. Perfect puddings, every time, for family and friend

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