English Muffin Recipe
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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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F/43°C) and active dry yeast. 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, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough comes together. It should be slightly sticky.
Kneading and Rising
- 5
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 6
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Cooking
- 7
Shape the Muffins
After the first rise, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll out to about 1-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out muffins.
- 8
Second Rise
Place the cut muffins on a floured baking sheet, cover, and let rise for about 30 minutes.
- 9