Treat yourself to the joy of freshly baked Homemade English Muffins, a classic breakfast delight that offers a perfect balance of texture and taste. These soft and slightly crumbly muffins are wonderful when toasted and spread with butter, jam, or your favorite topping. With simple pantry ingredients and a straightforward preparation, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you savoring the warm goodness of these muffins in no time. Embrace the art of baking and delight in the aroma of homemade English Muffins that are sure to become a beloved breakfast staple.
Homemade English Muffins - Fluffy and Irresistible Treat
A delightful recipe that guides you through making soft and slightly crumbly English muffins from scratch. With pantry staples and simple preparation, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures that you can enjoy the warm goodness of freshly baked muffins in no time. The dough is activated with yeast and kneaded until smooth before undergoing two rising stages. Once shaped and risen, the muffins are cooked on a griddle or skillet until golden brown and cooked through. Sliced open and toasted, these homemade English muffins are perfect when paired with butter, jam, or other favorite toppings. Embrace the joy of baking and savor the classic flavors of this beloved breakfast treat.
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- dough scraper
- electric mixer
- non stick griddle
- round cookie cutter
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- all purpose flour
- milk
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- active dry yeast
- salt
- cornmeal
Instructions
- In a small bowl, warm the milk to around 110°F (43°C). Sprinkle the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar over the milk. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy and activated.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt.Pour in the activated yeast mixture and mix until a soft and sticky dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If using an electric mixer, knead the dough using the dough hook attachment for the same amount of time.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.
- Once the dough has risen, gently deflate it and transfer it to a floured surface.Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Use a round cookie cutter or drinking glass to cut out muffin rounds, re-rolling the dough scraps as needed.
- Sprinkle cornmeal on a baking sheet or tray and place the muffin rounds on it, leaving some space between each.
- Dust the tops of the muffins with additional cornmeal and cover them with a kitchen towel.Let the muffins rise for about 30 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium-low heat.Carefully transfer the risen muffins to the preheated griddle and cook for about 7-10 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, transfer the English Muffins to a wire rack to cool.Slice them open, toast them, and enjoy with your favorite toppings or as part of a delicious breakfast or snack.
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Notes
Homemade English Muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 900g
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