English Muffin Recipe

Time2h 30m

Serves12

Make English Muffin Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water (around 110°F/43°C) with the active dry yeast and sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate saucepan, heat the milk until warm. Add the activated yeast mixture and melted butter to the warm milk and combine well.
4
Form Dough
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.
5
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

6
First Rise
Place the 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.
7
Shape Muffins
After the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it onto a floured surface. Roll out to about 1-inch thickness and cut out rounds using a biscuit cutter.
8
Second Rise
Place the cut rounds on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

9
Heat the Griddle
Preheat a griddle or skillet over low to medium heat and sprinkle it with cornmeal.
10
Cook Muffins
Place the muffin rounds on the griddle and cook for about 7-10 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
11
Cool Muffins
Once cooked, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.