Here’s a complete guide to classic English muffins—perfectly soft, airy, and lightly crisped on a griddle 🥯✨
🥯 Classic English Muffins
English muffins are small, round breads with a soft interior full of nooks and crannies, perfect for toasting and topping with butter, jam, or eggs.
🧾 Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Cornmeal (for dusting)
🔥 Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast
- In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast.
- Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add yeast mixture and melted butter.
- Knead 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. First Rise
- Cover dough and let rise 1–2 hours until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Muffins
- Roll dough to ½-inch thickness.
- Cut rounds with a 3-inch cookie cutter.
- Sprinkle cornmeal on a baking sheet and place muffins on it.
5. Second Rise
- Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
6. Cook on Griddle
- Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Cook muffins 6–7 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Do not bake in the oven—the griddle method gives the classic texture.
7. Serve
- Split with a fork (not a knife) to preserve nooks and crannies.
- Toast and top with butter, jam, eggs, or cheese.
😋 Tips for Perfect English Muffins
- Low heat is key—cooks them through without burning
- Fork-split to keep airy interior intact
- Dust with cornmeal for a slight crunch and classic look
- Can store in an airtight container for 3 days, freeze for longer
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I can also make a quick 5-ingredient beginner version or a sweet cinnamon English muffin twist if you want a fun variation.
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