Description
This classic crumpet recipe yields six soft, spongy crumpets with characteristic holes perfect for holding butter or your favorite toppings. Made with simple ingredients like flour, yeast, and baking powder, these crumpets are cooked on the stovetop and deliver a delightful texture that is crispy on the outside and tender inside.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 150g (1 cup) white flour (plain / all-purpose)
- 1/2 tsp salt (cooking/kosher salt or 1/4 tsp table salt)
- 1/2 tsp white sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp yeast (instant/rapid rise or dry active yeast)
Wet Ingredients
- 200ml (3/4 cup + 1 tbsp) warm water (tap water, approx. 200g)
- 1 tbsp warm water (just tap water for yeast activation)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted) or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve 1 tsp of yeast in 1 tbsp of warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the white flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Add the activated yeast mixture plus the remaining 200ml of warm water, and mix well to form a smooth batter. Stir in the melted butter or vegetable oil. Cover the bowl and let the batter rest in a warm place for about 15 minutes to rise slightly and develop air bubbles.
- Cook the crumpets: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. Place crumpet rings or metal cookie cutters on the skillet and pour batter inside each ring until half full. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, uncovered, until the top forms holes that do not fill back with liquid and the bottom is golden brown. Remove rings carefully and flip crumpets, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to lightly brown the other side. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use warm water, not hot, to activate the yeast without killing it.
- Crumpet rings help achieve uniform round shapes but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Cooking on a low to medium-low heat is important to ensure the crumpets cook evenly without burning.
- For fluffier crumpets, allow the batter to rest longer to develop more bubbles.
- Store leftover crumpets in an airtight container and reheat in a toaster or skillet.
