LifestyleFood & DrinkFoodGrand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud revealed he ditches conventional oil for a better ingredient to give homemade Yorkies the best rise11:22, 03 Jul 2026Updated 08:39, 05 Jul 2026Yorkshire puddings are a staple with any Sunday roast, a classic British food beloved by all. Everyone has their own technique and secret ingredients to achieve the largest, fluffiest Yorkie, even celebrities.‌In a recent appearance on the Dish from Waitrose podcast, Grand Designs presenter Kevin McCloud recently shared his secrets for making the perfect Yorkshire pudding at home. He shared with hosts chef Angela Hartnett and DJ Nick Grimshaw that he doesn’t use the traditional method of a neutral oil or olive oil when cooking the batter.‌Instead, Kevin revealed an alternative fat he uses to get the best rise on his Yorkshire puddings. For Kevin, it’s all about coconut oil.‌in a recent clip shared to TikTok, Nick said: “You told us you make a great Yorkshire pudding. What is your… what is your method? Cause it can be hit and miss, people get it wrong, there’s a lot of trickiness with it, and I think once you get it, you get it ”Kevin replied: “Yeah. Well, so… It’s been a contention in my household, but I like to cook with a bit of coconut oil, high temperature and all that. I find it gives a good rise on the Yorkie.”‌He also shared that he uses a lot of eggs in his batter. Kevin continued: “And… lots of eggs. A lot more eggs than you think.”The TV presenter explained he usually uses four eggs in his batter. When using coconut oil, Kevin explained he tries to heat it so it’s super hot and smoky.Content cannot be displayed without consentArticle continues belowAngela approved of Kevin’s method, adding that home cooks should make the batter the day before cooking to allow it to rest, much like she does in her own restaurant.She said: “But other than that, it’s about hot temperature, hot oil, whatever you’re using… and as you say, in and close the door.”Angela advised to avoid opening the oven door at all while the Yorkshire puddings are cooking. Releasing heat from the oven will cause the Yorkies to deflate.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Kevin Mccloudolive oilFoodCoconut oilRecipesLife hacksTikTok