Description
English muffins are a delightful breakfast staple, featuring a crispy, golden exterior and a warm, soft interior. Perfect for slathering with butter or jam, these homemade muffins elevate any morning meal. Easy to prepare, they offer endless customization options, making them a favorite for brunches and casual gatherings. Enjoy them fresh off the griddle or toasted for an extra crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp salt
- Cornmeal for dusting
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water and honey; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In another bowl, combine flour and salt; gradually add the yeast mixture and warm milk to form a shaggy dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough; roll it out to half an inch thick and cut out circles using a round cutter.
- Place on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal; cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat; cook each muffin for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg