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Crumpets

Golden, spongy crumpets with a soft, holey top and crisp edges, served with melting butter. A quick and satisfying breakfast or snack.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
350
Protein
9g
Crumpets
ComfortingBritishVegetarianDairySpongyCrisp edgesEverydayBread

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually whisk in 1 cup milk until you have a smooth, thick batter.

  2. 2

    Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp butter. Once melted and sizzling, pour 1/4 cup batter per crumpet, spacing them apart.

  3. 3

    Cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown on both sides.

  4. 4

    Serve warm with the remaining 1 tbsp butter, letting it melt into the crumpets.

Tools you’ll need

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Griddle or large skillet
  • Spatula

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