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Crumpets

Homemade crumpets are soft, spongy British delights perfect for breakfast or snacks, featuring a chewy texture and crispy edges, ideal for butter and jam.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 crumpets
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: British
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cups warm water about 110°F
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup buttermilk or milk optional, for more flavor

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Griddle or non-stick frying pan
  • Cookie cutter rings (about 3 inches wide)
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. This helps evenly distribute the yeast.
  2. Gradually add warm water to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth to create a thick pancake-like batter.
  3. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, until light and bubbly.
  4. Heat your griddle or frying pan over medium heat and lightly grease the surface.
  5. Dissolve the baking soda in a small bowl with a little warm water and stir into the batter to create holes.
  6. Pour batter into cookie cutter rings on the griddle, filling about halfway, and cook for 5 minutes or until bubbles form and tops look set.
  7. Remove the rings and flip the crumpets, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are golden brown.

Notes

Make sure to keep your griddle at a consistent medium heat for perfect results.