If you want soft, fluffy English muffins you can make at home, this easy recipe is why many people say they’ll never buy store-bought again. They’re cooked on a pan or griddle and have the classic nooks and crannies of English Muffin. 🧁🍞
Homemade English Muffins (Easy Recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1½ tsp instant yeast
- 1 tbsp butter (softened)
- 2 tbsp cornmeal (for dusting)
Instructions
1. Activate the yeast
In a bowl mix:
- Warm milk
- Sugar
- Yeast
Let it sit 5–10 minutes until slightly foamy.
2. Make the dough
Add:
- Flour
- Salt
- Butter
Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead
Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First rise
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise 1 hour until doubled.
5. Shape the muffins
- Roll dough to about 1½ cm (½ inch) thickness.
- Cut circles using a glass or cutter.
- Sprinkle cornmeal on a tray and place muffins on it.
Let them rest 20–30 minutes.
6. Cook on a pan
Heat a skillet or griddle over low–medium heat.
Cook each muffin 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Cool and split
Let them cool slightly, then split with a fork (not a knife) to create the classic texture.
Why These Are So Good
- Fresh and soft inside with crispy edges
- No preservatives
- Perfect for breakfast sandwiches or butter and jam
- Much cheaper than store-bought
Delicious Ways to Serve
Try them with:
- Butter and Strawberry Jam
- A breakfast sandwich with Egg and Cheddar Cheese
- Peanut Butter and Honey
✅ Tip:
Cook them slowly on low heat so the inside cooks without burning the outside.
If you want, I can also show you:
- The famous 90-minute English muffin recipe (very fluffy)
- No-knead English muffins
- 3-ingredient yogurt English muffins.