1- Ready to dive into making your own homemade English muffins? This process is straightforward and fun, even if you’re new to baking. Start by warming the milk, water, and sugar to about 110°F, then stir in the yeast and let it foam up for 5-7 minutes. This step wakes up the yeast and sets the stage for those signature nooks and crannies.

2- Next, in a separate bowl, mix the flour and salt together. Add the room-temperature egg and melted butter to the yeast mixture, then combine it all with the flour. Use a mixer on low speed at first, then crank it up to medium-high and knead for around 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. For a personal touch, I remember my first try it was messy but turned out great with a little patience!

3- Once the dough is ready, transfer it to an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise until it doubles in size, which takes about an hour or even overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor. After rising, roll or pat the dough on a floured surface to just under 1 inch thick. Cut out 3-inch rounds and place them on baking sheets dusted with cornmeal or semolina, then cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

4- Finally, cook the muffins on a low-heat skillet or griddle for 5-6 minutes per side until they’re golden brown. If they seem undercooked, pop them in the oven at 350°F for 3 more minutes. For variations, check out our soup recipes that pair wonderfully with these muffins for a hearty meal.