Learn how to make homemade English muffin loaves using a no-knead method. This recipe yields fluffy, flavorful loaves with all the nooks and crannies you love in traditional English muffins. Perfect for toasting or making sandwiches, these loaves can be prepared with basic pantry ingredients and require minimal effort. With just a few hours of rising time, you can enjoy freshly baked, warm English muffin loaves that are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- Cornmeal, for dusting
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add the warm milk, warm water, and melted butter. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grease two 8x4-inch loaf pans and sprinkle with cornmeal.
- Divide the dough evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with wet hands.
- Cover the pans with the kitchen towel and let the dough rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the loaves are golden brown.
- Remove the pans from the oven and transfer the loaves to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Interesting Facts
English muffins are not traditionally baked; they are cooked on a griddle.
The use of a no-knead method makes this recipe incredibly easy to prepare.
No-knead breads often have a longer rising time to develop flavor and structure.
Toasting English muffin loaves brings out their delicious, crispy texture.