Name: Delicious Homemade English Muffins Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 211 min
Total time: 231 min
Ingredients: All-purpose flour - 3 cups; Instant yeast - 1 tablespoon; Sugar - 1 tablespoon; Salt - 1 teaspoon; Butter, melted - 2 tablespoons; Warm milk - 1 cup; Water - 1/2 cup; Cornmeal - for dusting

Learn how to make your own homemade English muffins from scratch with this easy and delicious recipe. These English muffins are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and perfect for toasting and enjoying with butter or jam. Surprise your family and friends with these tasty treats and impress them with your baking skills. Get ready to enjoy the comfort and satisfaction of homemade English muffins that you won't find in any store.

Ingredients

All-purpose flour - 3 cups
Instant yeast - 1 tablespoon
Sugar - 1 tablespoon
Salt - 1 teaspoon
Butter, melted - 2 tablespoons
Warm milk - 1 cup
Water - 1/2 cup
Cornmeal - for dusting

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add the melted butter, warm milk, and water to the dry ingredients. Stir well to form a sticky dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a round cutter or a glass to cut out the English muffins.
Place the muffins on a baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal. Dust the tops with additional cornmeal.
Cover the muffins with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 15-20 minutes.
Preheat a griddle or a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the muffins for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, let the muffins cool on a wire rack. Split them open using a fork, and toast before serving with butter or jam.

Interesting Facts

In the United States, English muffins are often enjoyed as part of a classic breakfast sandwich with eggs, cheese, and bacon or sausage.

The term 'English muffin' is primarily used in North America. In the United Kingdom, they are simply referred to as 'muffins' and are quite different, being more similar to what Americans would call a cupcake or a sweet bread roll.

English muffins were first introduced in the 10th century in England and were originally cooked on griddles or hot stones.

The nooks and crannies that English muffins are known for are created during the cooking process. The high heat causes the dough to rise quickly, creating air pockets and a unique texture.