Homemade English Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful recipe for Homemade English Muffins! These beloved breakfast treats are guaranteed to elevate your mornings. With their irresistibly fluffy texture and perfectly golden-brown crust, these homemade English Muffins are an absolute temptation. Whether you choose to enjoy them with butter or explore various spreads of your liking, they make for a delicious start to any day. From pairing them with eggs and bacon to being the foundation of delectable breakfast sandwiches, these versatile English Muffins never fail to please a crowd. So, prepare yourself for the warm and comforting goodness of freshly baked perfection that awaits!
Homemade English Muffins
Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our homemade English Muffins. These fluffy and golden-brown treats provide the ultimate comfort, making them an unbeatable choice to kickstart your day. Whether you prefer them toasted and slathered with butter or as a foundation for your breakfast creations, these versatile English Muffins offer both flexibility and delectable flavors. Prepare yourself to savor the warm and comforting goodness of freshly baked perfection that is bound to leave you craving for more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 cup warm water 110 degrees F/45 degrees C
- 1 .25 ounce package active dry yeast
- 6 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup melted shortening
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup cornmeal or more as needed
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk until it starts to bubble. Once it reaches this stage, remove it from the heat source. Next, slowly incorporate the sugar until it completely dissolves. Allow the mixture to cool down until it reaches a lukewarm temperature.
- In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast, allowing it to sit until a creamy texture forms, typically around 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the milk mixture, yeast mixture, 3 cups of flour, and shortening. Beat the mixture until it becomes smooth. Then, mix in the salt and the remaining 3 cups of flour. Knead the mixture until a soft dough is formed. Grease a bowl, place the dough in it, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in volume, which usually takes about 1 hour.
- Gently press the dough downward. Next, on a lightly floured surface, roll it out to a thickness of approximately half an inch. Use a biscuit cutter, a drinking glass, or an empty tuna can to create round shapes. Place the dough rounds on waxed paper sprinkled with cornmeal. Dust the tops with cornmeal as well, then cover them and allow them to rise for 30 minutes.
- The greased griddle should be heated over medium heat.
- The muffins should be cooked on a griddle until they achieve a light brown color, which usually takes around 10 minutes per side. Afterward, they can be split and toasted according to personal preference.
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