Crumpets are just like English muffins. However, if the only English muffin you’ve tried has been the bagged brand from the grocery store, you have NO IDEA what you’re missing. These are tender, chewy, buttery, and bubbly goodness.
Toasted, buttered, and topped with some fruity jam – I’m in heaven! You must sit down to enjoy these warm treats. They’re so heavenly delicious that you’ll need something to keep your balance. They’re THAT good!
There are several things to remember when making these buttery beauties. They’re poured onto a hot, greased griddle into a form to hold its shape. Make sure you allow for plenty of preheating time so get that SIZZLE when you pour the batter.
Also, you’ll need a metal ring form of some sort. I bought these rings and they were just right.
I’ve heard you can also get away with using small cans that have been opened on both sides and rinsed. I did’t try them since my other rings worked so well.
I made these last night, planning on serving them for breakfast. They were so good that we barely had enough this morning. I’m going to double the recipe next time – I can’t wait to make a bacon, egg, and cheese crumpet sandwich.
Enjoy!
Buttery Crumpets
3 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/4 c warm water (110°F)
2 tsp sugar
1/3 c warm milk (110°F)
1 T butter
1 egg
1 C flour
1/2 tsp salt
Directions
1. Proof the yeast: In a small bowl, combine yeast, warm water, and sugar. Allow mixture to sit and become foamy.
Proofed Yeast Mixture
2. Pour milk into a glass measuring cup. Add butter. Microwave until temperature reaches 110°F.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine proofed yeast mixture, milk and butter mixture, and egg. Mix well.
4. Add flour and salt. Beat until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
Crumpet Batter
5. Preheat griddle over low heat. Spray griddle and metal rings with non-stick cooking spray. Place rings on griddle. Pour batter into rings to fill up to 3/4”.
3″ Ring
Fill about 1″ full
6. Cook for about 5 minutes and until the top starts to become dry. Remove rings. Flip crumpets and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until golden.
Ring Removed
7. Serve warm or slice and toast crumpets. Butter and jam are great toppings!
Golden and Buttery
Split and Toasted
Delicious nooks and crannies!
Oh, my these look good!
OMG! This looks like my new favorite recipe! Trying it really soon.
I'm making these now … can hardly wait the 45 minutes!!
They're SO good. Next time I'm going to double the recipe – they disappear fast. How did you like them?
I've actually made these about 4 times since I first commented.
My parents (80 & 82) LOVE them!! My sister from Chicago said they were the best she's ever tasted.
As for my family …. I HAVE to double the recipe! They go through them within minutes. So wonderful with our homemade jams from last summer.
Thank you for sharing this recipe!!!
Just wondering how long do the muffins last? I live alone and would be interested in making them for breakfast sandwhiches for the whole week. Other than that they look amazing
Hi these look amazing. I was wondering if you had an idea of how long they will stay good, which doesn't sound like an issue for your home lol but I live alone and would want to make enough for a week at least at one time to save myself time. thanks for sharing they look fantastic 🙂