Toad in the Hole Traditional

Bring the taste of comforting British cuisine to your table with this traditional Toad in the Hole recipe—a classic dish that promises crispy, golden batter enveloping savory, juicy sausages. Perfectly balanced with a simple yet flavorful batter made from pantry staples like plain flour, eggs, and milk, this hearty meal is baked to perfection. The key to success lies in preheating your dish and working quickly to maintain the batter’s beautiful rise for a show-stopping presentation. Ready in under an hour and serving four, this cozy favorite pairs wonderfully with rich onion gravy and seasonal vegetables, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying family dinner or a touch of nostalgia.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 grams plain flour
• 3 large eggs
• 200 milliliters whole milk
• 100 milliliters water
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 8 medium sausages
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan) or 425°F.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift the plain flour. Add the salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Make a well in the center of the flour, crack in the eggs, and whisk gently, gradually incorporating the flour.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the whole milk and water mixture while continuing to whisk until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.

Step 5

Let the batter rest for at least 20 minutes at room temperature.

Step 6

While the batter rests, place an ovenproof dish or roasting pan in the preheated oven and allow it to heat for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Add the vegetable oil to the hot dish, then arrange the sausages evenly across the base. Return the dish to the oven and cook the sausages for 10 minutes until they start to brown.

Step 8

Carefully remove the dish from the oven and pour the batter over the sausages. Work quickly to avoid losing heat.

Step 9

Immediately return the dish to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Do not open the oven door during cooking to ensure the batter rises properly.

Step 10

When the Toad in the Hole is golden brown and puffed up, remove it from the oven and serve immediately with onion gravy and your choice of vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1319.3 grams (1319.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2945

Total Fat 208.50g	267%
Saturated Fat 68.50g	343%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.00g
Cholesterol 983mg	328%
Sodium 7237mg	315%
Total Carbohydrate 137.50g	50%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 14.90g
Protein 113.10g	226%

Vitamin D 214IU	1069%
Calcium 452mg	35%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 2044mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 19.1%