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
Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water (about 110°F/43°C) and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Dough Formation
- 5
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms, ensuring not to overmix.
- 6
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Knead gently for about 5 minutes until smooth, adding a little flour if necessary to prevent sticking.
- 7
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Cooking
- 8
Shape English Muffins
After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to about 1-inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out muffins. Place them on a floured baking sheet.
- 9
Second Rise
Cover the cut muffins with a cloth and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes.
- 10