Indulge in the quintessential taste of England with our Authentic English Muffins. Made using time-honored recipes and premium ingredients, each muffin boasts a soft and airy texture with a delightful chewiness that pairs perfectly with your favorite spreads or toppings. Whether toasted to perfection and slathered with creamy butter or used as the foundation for a mouthwatering breakfast sandwich, our English Muffins promise a truly satisfying culinary experience reminiscent of the charming streets of England. Enjoy a taste of tradition with every bite!

Here's a recipe for making classic English Muffins at home:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• Cornmeal (for dusting)
• Additional flour for kneading

Instructions:

Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm milk. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk mixture and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and melted butter. Stir until a soft dough forms.

Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add more flour if necessary to prevent sticking.

First rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Shape the muffins: Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to about ½ inch thickness. Using a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out rounds of dough. Place the rounds on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal.

Second rise: Cover the rounds with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Cook the muffins: Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat. Carefully transfer the risen muffins to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. You can cook them in batches if necessary.

Cool and serve: Once cooked, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. Split them open with a fork to reveal their nooks and crannies, and toast them to your desired level of crispiness. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings.

Enjoy your homemade England English Muffins!

Nutritional Values:

Here are the approximate nutritional values for the main ingredients in the English Muffin recipe:

All-purpose flour (2 cups):

• Calories: 440
• Total Fat: 1.4g
• Total Carbohydrates: 92g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.2g
• Protein: 12.8g

benefits:All-purpose flour serves as the main structural component in the English muffins, providing carbohydrates for energy and gluten for elasticity in the dough

Sugar (1 tablespoon):

• Calories: 49
• Total Fat: 0g
• Total Carbohydrates: 12.6g
• Sugars: 12.6g
• Protein: 0g

benefits:Sugar adds sweetness to the muffins and aids in the activation of yeast, helping the dough to rise.

Salt (1 teaspoon):

• Sodium: 2325mg

benefits:Salt enhances the flavor of the muffins and regulates yeast activity during fermentation, contributing to proper texture and structure.

Active dry yeast (1 tablespoon):

• Calories: 23
• Total Fat: 0.4g
• Total Carbohydrates: 3.6g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.3g
• Protein: 3g

benefits:Yeast is a leavening agent that causes the dough to rise by fermenting sugars present in the flour, resulting in light and fluffy muffins.

Warm milk (1 cup, whole milk used for calculation):

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 8g
• Total Carbohydrates: 12g
• Sugars: 12g
• Protein: 8g

benefits:Warm milk adds moisture and richness to the dough, resulting in a softer texture and richer flavor in the finished muffins. It also provides protein and calcium.

Unsalted butter (2 tablespoons):

• Calories: 204
• Total Fat: 23g
• Total Carbohydrates: 0g
• Protein: 0.2g

benefits:Butter adds richness and flavor to the muffins, while also contributing to their tender texture. It provides fat, which helps tenderize the dough and enhances its flavor.

These values are approximate and can vary based on factors such as brand, specific ingredients used, and portion sizes. It's important to note that these values are based on the ingredients alone and do not include any additional toppings or spreads that may be added when serving the English Muffins.