Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly spongy, these Classic Homemade Crumpets are a true treat for any breakfast or brunch table. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and active dry yeast, this recipe is a delightful nod to a timeless British favorite. The batter’s hour-long rise ensures those signature holes that soak up every luscious bit of butter and jam, while cooking in greased crumpet rings creates their iconic round shape. With just 10 minutes of prep and a soft, chewy texture, these crumpets are perfect for enjoying fresh off the griddle or toasted and topped with your favorite spreads. Whether you're welcoming the weekend or elevating a weekday morning, this homemade version guarantees a crave-worthy start to your day.
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In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for about 5 to 10 minutes or until the mixture foams.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and the milk. Use a wooden spoon to beat the mixture until you have a smooth batter.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the batter rise in a warm place for approximately 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size and is bubbly.
After the batter has risen, gently mix in the baking powder. The batter will be thick yet still pourable.
Preheat a non-stick frying pan or griddle on medium-low heat and lightly grease it with butter.
Grease metal crumpet rings with butter and place them onto the frying pan. Fill each ring with approximately 3/4 full of batter.
Cook the crumpets for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the tops have set and bubbles form, then carefully remove the rings. Flip the crumpets and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly golden on the other side.
Transfer cooked crumpets onto a wire rack to cool slightly while cooking the remaining batter.
Serve warm with extra butter, jam, or your favorite toppings.
Serving size | (645.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1189.4 |
Total Fat 19.9g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
Cholesterol 54.6mg | 0% |
Sodium 3009.8mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 212.3g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
Total Sugars 17.3g | |
Protein 37.2g | 0% |
Vitamin D 120.5IU | 0% |
Calcium 361.4mg | 0% |
Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
Potassium 814.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories