English Muffins Recipe ๐
Overview:
Crusty and filled with nooks and crannies, these English Muffins are a breakfast staple that’s sure to impress. Whether you prefer them plain, buttered, or jammed, making these babies fresh will elevate your morning routine to a whole new level. With a prep time that includes rising, get ready to indulge in homemade goodness with this easy recipe.
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Prep Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours and 8 minutes
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Rating: 4.5 โญ (based on 11 reviews)
- Calories: 187.7 per muffin
- Keywords: Breads, Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Grains, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Small Appliance, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1 cup | Bread flour |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Dry yeast |
| 1 tsp | Sugar |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
Instructions:
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Sift the Flour: Begin by sifting the all-purpose flour and salt into a large mixing bowl, and then leave it in a warm place while you prepare the yeast mixture.
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Prepare the Yeast Mixture: In a separate bowl, dissolve the dry yeast and sugar in warm milk until it froths. Once frothy, mix in the melted butter until well combined.
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Combine Ingredients: Stir the yeast mixture into the warm flour mixture, and beat well until the dough becomes smooth and elastic in texture.
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Proof the Dough: Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough proof in a warm place for about 50 minutes, or until it has doubled in bulk.
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Knead the Dough: Turn the proofed dough onto a well-floured surface and knead it gently, adding a little more flour if necessary to make the dough easier to handle.
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Shape the Muffins: Roll the dough into a thick sausage shape and slice it into 8 to 10 portions, each about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 inches thick. Shape each portion into a round with straight sides.
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Proof Again: Place the shaped muffins onto a greased baking sheet, cover them with greased plastic wrap, and let them proof in a warm place for 30-40 minutes, or until they are springy to the touch.
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Cook on Bakestone: Warm and lightly grease a bakestone. Carefully lift the proofed muffins onto the bakestone and cook them over very moderate heat (about 350ยฐF or 180ยฐC) for 8-10 minutes, until they are pale gold underneath. Then, turn them over and cook the other side.
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Keep Warm: Once cooked, wrap the muffins in a clean cloth to keep them warm if you’re cooking them in batches.
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Serve and Enjoy: To serve, insert a knife into the side of each muffin, pull the top and bottom slightly apart, and insert slivers of butter. Alternatively, spread some apple butter for a delightful twist. Enjoy your homemade English Muffins!
Now that you’ve mastered the art of making English Muffins from scratch, savor the joy of creating your own bakery-worthy breakfast treat. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted to perfection, these delicious muffins are sure to become a family favorite.
