Sourdough Toast Or English Muffin Recipe
Make Sourdough Toast Or English Muffin Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the toast or muffin
Optional toppings / serving ideas
Method
For the toast or muffin
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Bring ingredients to room temperature
If using butter straight from the refrigerator, let it sit for 10–15 minutes so it softens slightly; this helps spread it on the hot toast without tearing.
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Toast the bread or muffin
For skillet: add the sourdough slices or English muffin halves cut-side down to the hot pan and press gently. Toast 2–3 minutes per side, checking every 30 seconds near the end until the surface is deep golden and crisp. For toaster: toast to a medium-dark setting (about 2 cycles on many toasters). For oven/broiler: place on a baking sheet and broil 2–4 minutes per side, watching closely to avoid burning.
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Butter and finish
Immediately after toasting, spread the unsalted butter evenly over each warm slice or muffin half so it melts into the crumb. Sprinkle a small pinch (about 1/8 teaspoon) of coarse sea salt across each piece to enhance flavor.
Optional toppings / serving ideas
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Simple buttered sourdough
Serve the buttered toast or muffin as-is for a classic, simple preparation. The crisp exterior and tangy interior of sourdough pairs with salted butter.
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Avocado toast
Mash the ripe avocado with lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Spread about 1/4 cup mashed avocado onto each buttered toast. Finish with a grind of black pepper and red pepper flakes to taste. Add microgreens if desired.
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Ricotta and honey
Spread about 2 tablespoons of ricotta or cream cheese over each buttered toast. Drizzle about 1/4 teaspoon honey per piece and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Top with a couple tomato slices or microgreens if you like.
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