BAKING ESSENTIALS: OVEN-BAKED ENGLISH MUFFINS

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I love English muffins, and I absolutely adore "homemade" versions of this wonderful recipe. Traditional English muffins are cooked up on a griddle; however, this recipe simplifies the process by placing them into the oven, and uses muffin rings to achieve consistent results. So, you ready... Let's get into the kitchen.

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Muffins

Time 3h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

PLAN/PURCHASE
2 Tbsp yeast, instant variety
1 1/2 tsp white sugar, granular variety
1 c milk, whole fat
1 Tbsp water
2 1/2 c flour, all-purpose variety
1 tsp salt, kosher variety, fine grind
2 tsp baking powder
2 Tbsp sweet butter, unsalted, melted
2 tsp vinegar, cider variety
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
semolina, for dusting

Steps:

  • 1. PREP/PREPARE
  • 2. Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
  • 3. Add the water and milk to a small saucepan, and heat up to 105f (40c).
  • 4. Chef's Note: Alternately, you could use the microwave.
  • 5. Remove from heat, stir in the sugar, add the yeast, and wait five minutes.
  • 6. The milk/yeast mixture should begin to foam.
  • 7. Chef's Note: This is called "proofing" the yeast. If the mixture fails to foam, it's dead. Give it a proper burial, get some good yeast, and start over.
  • 8. Add the flour, salt, and baking powder to a food processor fitted with a dough hook, and whisk to combine.
  • 9. Add the milk/yeast mixture, melted butter, and vinegar.
  • 10. Allow the ingredients to mix at medium-high speed until thoroughly combined, about 1 - 2 minutes. You may need to scrape down the sides once or twice to get the flour fully incorporated into the wet ingredients.
  • 11. Chef's Note: This will be a slightly wet dough.
  • 12. Remove the bowl from the food processor, scrape the mixture to the center of the bowl, and cover.
  • 13. Place the bowl in a non-drafty area of the kitchen and allow the dough to rise for about 60 minutes.
  • 14. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • 15. Add some English muffin rings, and sprinkle the interiors with the semolina.
  • 16. Divide the dough into 2 ounce (56g) portions, shape into balls, add a ball to each of the muffin rings, and gently push down into the ring.
  • 17. Add a piece of parchment paper to the top of the rings.
  • 18. Add a flat weight, like another baking sheet to the top, and allow the dough to rise for about 90 minutes.
  • 19. Place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 400f (205c).
  • 20. Place the baking pan, with the weight on top into the preheated oven, and allow them to bake for 15 minutes.
  • 21. Remove the top weight, and the parchment paper, and then sprinkle the tops with some additional semolina.
  • 22. Return to the oven, increase the heat to 420f (215c), and continue to bake until the tops turn a nice golden brown, about an addition 5 - 7 minutes.
  • 23. Chef's Note: Remove from the oven, and let them cool for 10 minutes, before removing the rings.
  • 24. PLATE/PRESENT
  • 25. Fork split, or cut open with a serrated knife, and fill with your favorite goodies. Enjoy.
  • 26. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
  • 27. Chef's Tip: These will keep quite well in the fridge for a week, or for several months, if frozen.

harmonee bounds
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I'm not usually a fan of English muffins, but these ones are really good. They're light and fluffy, with a perfect amount of sweetness.


Aphiwe Mngqinya
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These muffins are a must-try! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Glory Linus
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I'm so impressed with this recipe! These muffins are absolutely delicious.


Naledi Nkanyezi
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These muffins are perfect for sandwiches. They're sturdy enough to hold up to all your favorite fillings.


filex gallas
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I love that these muffins are made with whole wheat flour. They're a healthier option than traditional English muffins.


Qadeer Hassan
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These muffins are a great way to start the day. They're light, fluffy, and so flavorful.


Sylvester Oyoo
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I can't believe how easy these muffins are to make. They're perfect for busy mornings.


david mcdowell
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These muffins are a game-changer! They're so much better than the store-bought ones.


Salman Sallu
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These muffins are the perfect addition to my breakfast routine.


Lisa Bivens
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These muffins are delicious! I love the way they taste fresh out of the oven, slathered with butter and jam.


Masud Uddin
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I've tried a lot of English muffin recipes, but this one is by far the best. The muffins are so light and fluffy, and they have a perfect golden crust.


Aamish ali
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These muffins are a family favorite! We make them every weekend for breakfast.


T. Boon
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I love these muffins! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Carlo Nolasco
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These muffins are perfect! They're light, fluffy, and have a great flavor. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Oriel Sekhwela
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These muffins are amazing! They're so soft and fluffy, and they have a great flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.


MD SORIFUL ISLAM
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I've been looking for a good English muffin recipe for ages, and this one is it! The muffins are so light and airy, and they have the perfect amount of sweetness.


Charri Hensley
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These muffins are delicious! I love the crispy crust and the fluffy interior. They're perfect for breakfast or brunch.


Karabo Mtsweni
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I made these muffins for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even my picky kids. They're so easy to make too, which is a bonus.


Subhan Hashmi
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OMG! These English muffins are the best I've ever had! They're so light and fluffy, with a perfect golden crust. I'll definitely be making these again and again.