Toad In The Hole
Autumn is officially here, so we decided to bring you one of our favourite comfort foods – our calorie counting and Weight Watchers style Toad In The Hole recipe!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories355
- Carbs37g
- Protein30g
- Fat8.6g
- Saturates2.3g
- Sugars8.8g
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For the full list of ingredients and comprehensive instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post. Before you scroll, there’s important stuff to know in the blurb!
We really hate the dark nights drawing in, when it feels like summer came and went in no time at all. Like so many others during the colder months, we tend to steer towards hearty, comforting meals that are quick and easy.
This must be a familiar story, as so many members of our Facebook group love this recipe like we do! In fact, this was a Sunday treat growing up and even now it still feels naughty, despite being much lower in calories and points than a traditional, full-fat version.
Toad In The Hole is also affordable and easy enough to feed the whole family all in one go: who doesn’t love the cracking combo of Yorkshire puddings and juicy sausages?!
It’s a delicious twist on a classic Yorkshire Pudding recipe, adding some protein from the sausages and turning it into a proper comfort food dinner. You could put your own twist on this too, by adding onions, some spicy sausages or even some red onion marmalade.
Do you need any special ingredients to make this Toad in the Hole Recipe?
Nope! Everything in this recipe is easily found in the local supermarket. Use whichever low fat sausage you prefer, but do remember the points and calorie count may differ, so adjust accordingly.
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How many calories are in this Toad in the Hole recipe?
There are 355 calories in each portion of our slimming friendly Toad in the Hole. This means it falls into our Everyday Light recipe category.
This recipe is perfect if you’re following a calorie controlled diet, and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
How to make Toad in the Hole
Step 1
Pre heat oven to 200°C.
Step 2
Cook the sausages in the oven for 10 minutes until they are not quite cooked and only slightly browned.
Step 3
While the sausages are cooking make the batter.
Step 4
In a bowl whisk the eggs, flour, milk and salt until there are no lumps, set aside in the fridge.
Step 5
Remove the sausages from the oven, then turn it up to 210°C.
Step 6
Spray the oven tray with a decent amount of low calorie cooking spray, then put it in the oven until it starts to foam (probably about 5 minutes).
Step 7
Place the sausages in the pre heated tray, give the batter a quick stir and pour it into they tray with the sausages.
Step 8
Cook at 210°C.
Step 9
Do not open the oven door, but after about 10 minutes turn the oven down to just under 200°C and allow to cook for another 5 – 10 minutes (you should be able to take a look after about 15 minutes).
Step 10
When the Yorkshire Pudding is risen, nicely browned and crisp remove from the oven and serve.
What should you should serve with Toad in the Hole?
It’s a really substantial dish with some fresh veggies on the side, but if you’d like some inspiration for sides, try these:
How do you know when the Toad in the Hole is cooked?
You should cook the Toad in the Hole until the Yorkshire pudding is risen, crispy and golden brown. This will take around 20-25 minutes in the oven.
Standard advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep your family safe.
How long can you keep Toad in the Hole in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Toad in the Hole in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze this Toad in the Hole?
Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat this Toad in the Hole?
From chilled: Place in a moderate oven for 10-15 minutes until the sausages are piping hot throughout.
From frozen: Allow to defrost thoroughly overnight, and heat from chilled as above.
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Toad In The Hole
Autumn is officially here, so we decided to bring you one of our favourite comfort foods – calorie counting and Weight Watchers style Toad In The Hole!
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Prep Time
5 MINS
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Cook Time
30 MINS
- KCals 355
- Carbs 37G
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 200°C
- Cook the sausages in the oven for 10 minutes until they are not quite cooked and only slightly browned
- While the sausages are cooking make the batter
- In a bowl whisk the eggs, flour, milk and salt until there are no lumps, set aside in the fridge
- Remove the sausages from the oven, then turn it up to 210°C
- Spray the oven tray with a decent amount of low calorie cooking spray, then put it in the oven until it starts to foam (probably about 5 minutes)
- Place the sausages in the pre heated tray, give the batter a quick stir and pour it into they tray with the sausages
- Cook at 210°C
- Do not open the oven door, but after about 10 minutes turn the oven down to just under 200°C and allow to cook for another 5 - 10 minutes (you should be able to take a look after about 15 minutes)
- When the Yorkshire Pudding is risen, nicely browned and crisp remove from the oven and serve
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Laura SkeenTuesday 15th June 2021
Never made Yorkshire Pudding before. Very easy and it went down well. I will do this again. Even took photo’s and shown off to my Mum she was happy that I’m cooking now instead of putting frozen food in the cooker.
SharonWednesday 16th June 2021
Hi Laura, we’re really pleased you enjoyed the Yorkshire Pudding and are cooking more, that’s great! Thanks so much for letting us know.
ZeenatMonday 22nd February 2021
This was amazing!!! I watched through the oven and only baked mine for around 10 minutes as I had a thin layer of batter as I used a bigger baking tray. Just took it out when it was nice and golden – was so lovely! Served with gravy and some boiled veg.
SharonTuesday 23rd February 2021
Hi Zeenat, we’re so pleased you enjoyed making and eating the Toad in the Hole! Thanks for letting us know.
SophieThursday 18th February 2021
Made this a couple of times now and both times the yorkshire pudding has been spongy and not risen a lot. I wonder if anyone can give any tips? I had the oven on the hottest it could go (gas oven) as I thought it might not have been hot enough after first time but same results both times…
HollyFriday 19th February 2021
Hey Sophie, sorry you are having a little trouble with the Toad in The Hole. In step 4 you may not have got enough air incorporated into the mix when you were beating it so maybe whisk it for a little longer. Also your tray may not have been hot enough before pouring in the batter make sure it’s preheated for at least 5 minutes in the oven and make sure your tray isn’t too low have a look HERE at our oven temperature conversion guide it might give you a few tips when it comes to oven temperature, hope that helps and let us know how you get on
Robyn LindoeTuesday 2nd February 2021
Really nice, it’s lovely to be able to have one of my favourite dinners without feeling too guilty, delicious!
HollyTuesday 2nd February 2021
Hey Robyn, thanks so much for your message we are so glad you are enjoying our recipes!
AnnaSunday 3rd January 2021
Hello!
I have just made this and followed the recipe exactly – it was my first attempt at toad in the hole so I was so excited! It was absolutely delicious and well enjoyed but after following the recipe cooking instructions the batter wasn’t cooked properly. I kept it in the oven for approximately an extra 20 minutes and it was still a bit spongy. Looking for some advice on how to fix this next time!
Thanks
SharonTuesday 5th January 2021
Hi Anna, it could be that your oven was not hot enough to cook the batter in the time stated in the recipe.Toad in the Hole needs a hot oven to make the batter rise quickly and then cook through. The oven temperatures in our recipes are for fan ovens. So, for example, 200ºC in a fan oven would be 220ºC in a non fan oven.
Ovens do vary a little so you could use an oven thermometer to check the accuracy of yours.
We’re really pleased you thought it was delicious and hope you have better success next time!
Kate DSaturday 26th September 2020
Made this for lunch today. Calculated the cals and carbs for 2 sharing . Super filling and delicious. We are ‘doing’ low carb and have got hubby’s blood glucose from very abnormal to perfectly normal. I use your recipes most days now . We are eating healthier and better than we have done for years. He has lost almost 3 stones, I put no weight on in lockdown. We have dark chocolate every evening too! Thank you xx
HollyTuesday 29th September 2020
Hi Kate, thanks so much for your message so glad to hear you and your husband are enjoying our recipes and well done for both of your achievements!
MadisonFriday 21st August 2020
Hiya around what size tray do you use?? Xx
HollyWednesday 26th August 2020
Hi Madison, We used a tray measuring 30cm x 20cm you don’t want it too big as the Toad in The Hole will end up to thin. Hope that helps!
Maya LowmanSaturday 11th July 2020
Made this for our tea today with vegetarian sausages, it was amazing and super filling!
LisaSunday 12th July 2020
Thank you for your comment, Maya! Glad you enjoyed it!
KezSunday 1st March 2020
Made this today added garlic powderand parsley to batter, came out wonderful thankyou xxx
LisaWednesday 6th May 2020
Great suggestion! Thank you Kez, glad you enjoyed it!
Lynn ClemsonWednesday 26th February 2020
Just made this. It was delicious! Definitely having it again. Thank you PON!
LisaWednesday 6th May 2020
Thank you so much Lynn! Glad you enjoyed it!
MaddieSaturday 11th January 2020
I cant believe it – I’ve lost nearly 3 stone in weight since I started using your recipes and generally eating healthier. Thank you so much it has changed my life. Love the recipes so much and made me eat healthier, easy to make and they excite me that I look forward to cooking again. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
LisaWednesday 6th May 2020
Thank you so much for your comment, Maddie! That is an incredible achievement. Well done!
SarahThursday 9th January 2020
Is this recipe ok for freezing? How would you reheat?
LisaWednesday 6th May 2020
Hi Sarah, yes, this recipe can be frozen. Defrost over night. It is best reheated in a moderate oven for 10-15 minutes until the sausages are piping hot throughout. Hope this helps
TabbySunday 5th January 2020
Can you freeze or reheat this at all? Really want to try it but I live on my own and wouldn’t want to waste it!
LisaWednesday 6th May 2020
Hi Tabby, yes, you can freeze this recipe. Defrost overnight in the fridge. It is best reheated in a moderate oven for 10-15 minutes to keep it crisp. Make sure the sausages are piping hot! Hope this helps.
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