English Muffin Recipe
A toasted English muffin, golden brown and perfectly crisp on the outside, with a soft and airy interior, ideal for breakfast or a delicious sandwich base.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, milk, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape Muffins
Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll out to about 1-inch thickness. Cut with a biscuit cutter or glass.
- 6
Second Rise
Place the cut muffins on a baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- 7
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from heat and let cool on a wire rack. Enjoy toasted with butter or your favorite toppings!
