English Muffin Recipe

Dough Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Activate the Yeast

   In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F) with active dry yeast and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until well combined.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   Once the yeast mixture is frothy, pour it into the bowl with the flour mixture along with the melted butter. Stir until a dough starts to form.

4. 4

   Knead the Dough

   Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   First Rise

   Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6. 6

   Shape the Muffins

   After the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about 1-inch thickness and cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter or glass. Dust each round with cornmeal.

7. 7

   Second Rise

   Place the rounds on a baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover with a towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Cook the Muffins

   Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium-low heat. Cook each muffin for about 7-10 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

9. 9

   Cool and Serve

   Remove the muffins from the griddle and let them cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or toasted with your favorite toppings.