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Ingredients
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English Muffin Ingredients
Method
Directions to Make English Muffins
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center, add the yeast mixture, and melted butter. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 3
Shape the Muffins
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about 1 inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out muffins. Place them on a floured baking sheet.
- 4
Final Rise
Cover the cut muffins with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- 5
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Serve
Split the muffins in half, toast them if desired, and serve warm with butter and your favorite preserves.
