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Soft Sourdough English Muffins

Fluffy homemade sourdough English muffins with a soft interior and classic nooks and crannies, perfect for breakfast or sandwiches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 muffins
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup active sourdough starter
  • 1 cup milk warm
  • 2 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp instant yeast optional
  • 0.25 cup cornmeal for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Combine sourdough starter, warm milk, honey, and melted butter in a bowl.
  2. Add flour, salt, and optional yeast. Mix to form a soft dough.
  3. Knead until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 4–6 hours.
  5. Roll dough and cut into circles.
  6. Dust with cornmeal and let rise again.
  7. Cook on a skillet over low-medium heat until golden on both sides.
  8. Cool completely before splitting and serving.

Notes

Fork-split muffins for the best texture and nooks.