Quick way to grow Easy English Muffin Bread in 4 Steps
This recipe provides a quick and easy way to bake delicious English muffin bread at home. With only four simple steps, you can enjoy homemade bread with the distinct texture of English muffins.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Spoon
- Plastic wrap
- Loaf pan
- Wire rack
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
Wet Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
For Baking
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat milk and water until warm (105-115°F/40-46°C), then stir in the melted butter.
Mixing and Rising
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a spoon until just combined; the dough will be shaggy and sticky.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Baking
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), then grease a loaf pan and sprinkle generously with cornmeal.
- Gently transfer the risen dough into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Cooling
- Remove the bread from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
This bread is best served toasted with butter and jam, or used for sandwiches. The cornmeal gives it the classic English muffin texture. For a chewier crust, you can spray the oven with water a few times during the first 10 minutes of baking.