English Muffin Recipe
Start your day with our freshly toasted English Muffin, a perfect blend of soft and crispy textures. Each muffin is made with quality ingredients, delivering a warm, buttery flavor that pairs beautifully with your choice of jams, spreads, or a classic egg and cheese. It's the ideal foundation for a delightful breakfast or a satisfying snack any time of the day!
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture, milk, and melted butter. Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape Muffins
Punch down the dough and turn it onto a floured surface. Roll it out to about 1 inch thick. Use a round cutter to cut out muffins.
- 6
Second Rise
Place the cut muffins on a floured baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- 7
- 8
Cool and Serve
Remove from heat and let cool on a wire rack. Split and toast before serving.
