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English Muffins

Cultural Context

English muffins are a popular breakfast item in the UK and are often toasted and served with butter or jam. They are also a key ingredient in dishes like Eggs Benedict. Their origins can be traced back to the 19th century, and they have become a staple in many English-speaking countries.

BritishGBother
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
300 g bread flour
100 g all-purpose flour
1 egg
milk
yeast
sugar
salt
melted butter
semolina

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

1

Add milk to the stand mixer and sprinkle yeast on top; stir to activate and let it bloom.

2

Beat the egg in a separate bowl and set aside.

3

Combine 300 g bread flour and 100 g all-purpose flour in the mixing bowl with sugar and salt; mix briefly.

4

Add the bloomed yeast mixture, beaten egg, and melted butter to the flour mixture; mix until combined.

5

Knead the dough in the stand mixer for 8 to 10 minutes until sticky and smooth.

6

Oil a bowl, place the dough inside, cover with plastic, and let it rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.

7

After rising, sprinkle flour on the work surface and roll out the dough to about 1 inch thick.

8

Use a cutter to cut out muffins, dusting the cutter with flour to prevent sticking.

9

Place the cut muffins on a tray dusted with semolina; cover and let rise for about 40 minutes.

10

Heat a pan on low and place three muffins in the pan; cook uncovered, flipping occasionally until golden brown.

11

Remove cooked muffins from the pan and place on a rack; repeat with remaining muffins.

12

To serve, use a fork to split the muffins for a craggy texture.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingcooking

Equipment Needed

stand mixermixing bowlplastic wrapcutterpanrack

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

MuffinsToaster Muffins

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