Description
Learn how to make delicious Homemade English Muffins from scratch with this easy recipe. These fluffy muffins are perfect for breakfast or snacks!
Ingredients
Scale
Sourdough Starter Mix:
- 1 cup active sourdough starter (100% hydration*)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups milk
- 4 cups all-purpose flour, unbleached
Additions:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1–2 cups all-purpose flour, unbleached (for kneading)
- Cornmeal for dusting griddle (or semolina or farina)
Instructions
- Mix Sourdough Starter: Combine sourdough starter, milk, honey, and 4 cups flour. Let sit at room temperature for 8-10 hours.
- Add Ingredients: Sprinkle in baking soda, salt, and 1 cup flour. Knead until smooth, adding more flour if needed.
- Rest and Roll: Rest dough, then roll out to 1/2 inch thickness.
- Cut Out Muffins: Use a cutter to make circles and place on a baking sheet dusted with cornflour.
- Let Rise: Allow muffins to rise for 1 hour under lightly oiled plastic wrap.
- Cook: Cook muffins on a griddle for 5-6 minutes per side over medium heat.
Notes
- You can customize by adding ingredients like raisins or herbs to the dough.
- These muffins freeze well for future use.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 English Muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
Keywords: English Muffins, Breakfast, Bread Recipe, Homemade Muffins