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Crumpet Recipe

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Crumpets are soft, spongy griddle cakes with signature holes on top, perfect for soaking up butter, jam, or honey. These chewy, airy rounds are a beloved part of British breakfasts and tea times.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Neutral oil or butter (for greasing rings and pan)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour and salt. Mix until a thick, smooth batter forms.
  3. Cover and let the batter rest in a warm place for 1 hour until bubbly and doubled in size.
  4. Stir in baking powder and let rest for another 5 minutes.
  5. Lightly oil a non-stick skillet and grease crumpet rings. Heat the skillet over medium-low heat.
  6. Place rings in the skillet and spoon batter into each, filling halfway.
  7. Cook for 6–8 minutes, or until tops are full of holes and set.
  8. Remove the rings and flip crumpets to brown the tops for 1–2 minutes if desired.
  9. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Toast before serving with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Ensure yeast is fresh and active for best bubbling results.
  • Let batter rest fully to develop the signature holes.
  • Use crumpet or egg rings for shape; tuna cans with tops and bottoms removed also work.
  • Don’t overcook or use too high heat—low and slow creates better texture and holes.

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