Indulge in the warm, buttery goodness of homemade crumpets with this classic recipe. These light and fluffy treats are perfect for a cozy afternoon tea. Serve with butter and jam for a delightful snack that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm milk
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Butter, for cooking
Directions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Add the warm milk and water to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Cover the bowl and let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
- Dissolve the baking soda in a little water and fold it into the batter.
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat and grease with butter.
- Pour small circles of batter onto the pan and cook until bubbles form on the surface.
- Flip the crumpets and cook for another minute until golden brown.
- Serve warm with butter and jam.
Interesting Facts
Crumpets are a traditional British breakfast item often served with tea.
The holes on the surface of crumpets help absorb butter and jam for a delicious bite.
The word 'crumpet' is believed to come from the Welsh word 'crempog', which means pancake.