Homemade English Muffins Recipe
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Homemade English Muffins Recipe
Description
Homemade English Muffins are prepared by combining flour, a small amount of instant yeast, salt, milk, water, and melted butter into a soft, slightly sticky dough. The dough undergoes a long fermentation of 12 to 18 hours at room temperature to develop flavor and a light texture. Refrigeration is optional after this period for delayed cooking.
Following the fermentation, the dough is rested briefly after dividing and rolling to an approximate 2 cm thickness. English muffins are then cooked to achieve a soft interior with the traditional nooks and crannies, providing the ideal texture for toasting.
The recipe suggests watching the video instructions for tips on adjusting the dough's consistency during mixing, an important factor for successful muffin texture. This method results in English muffins suited for breakfast or sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups (12 ½ oz /355 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon instant yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅔ cups (5 fl oz/142 ml) milk whole
- ½ cups (4 fl oz/120 ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (½ oz/14 g) butter melted
Notes
- Hold back some liquid when mixing dough until the right soft but workable consistency is reached.
- Let dough rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours for flavor development before shaping.
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