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sourdough English muffins

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Light, tangy sourdough English muffins with a crisp crust and tender crumb, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup active sourdough starter
  • 1 cup milk, warmed
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • Cornmeal, for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter and warm milk until smooth.
  2. Add sugar, salt, melted butter, and 2 cups of flour; mix until well combined.
  3. Gradually add remaining flour, kneading until you have a soft, slightly sticky dough.
  4. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 4–6 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out to about 1/2 inch thickness.
  6. Use a round cutter (about 3 inches) to cut out muffins and place them on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal.
  7. Cover and let the muffins proof for another 1–2 hours until puffed.
  8. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium-low heat and cook muffins 7–10 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before splitting with a fork and toasting.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the muffins and spread with butter and your favorite jam or eggs Benedict.