English Muffin Bread
English Muffin Bread is a delightful homemade bread that captures the essence of traditional English muffins in a convenient loaf form. This bread features a soft, tender crumb with the characteristic nooks and crannies that English muffins are known for. The subtle flavor of the bread is enhanced by a touch of sweetness and a hint of salt, making it the perfect base for your favorite breakfast toppings or as a side to your morning eggs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp cornmeal
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and water until the mixture reaches a temperature between 115-120°F. The liquid should feel warm to the touch but not hot. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Sprinkle the active dry yeast into the warm milk mixture. Let it sit for 5 minutes, allowing the yeast to activate. You should notice bubbles forming and a yeasty aroma developing.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda. Mix these dry ingredients until well incorporated.
- Pour the milk and yeast mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- Knead the dough by hand for approximately 7 minutes, or use a dough mixer if desired. If the dough becomes too sticky during kneading, lightly grease or flour your hands to make the process easier. The finished dough should be slightly sticky but still manageable.
- Prepare a loaf pan by spraying it with cooking spray. Sprinkle cornmeal evenly around the pan, ensuring that it covers the entire surface. This will add a lovely crunch to the bread's crust.
- Transfer the kneaded dough to the prepared loaf pan. Cover the pan with a clean tea towel and place it in a warm, draft-free location. Allow the dough to rise until it has doubled in size, which typically takes around 45 minutes.
- While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Once the dough has doubled in size, remove the tea towel and place the loaf pan in the preheated oven. Bake the bread for 25 minutes or until the top turns a beautiful golden brown color.
- After baking, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan. Once it's cool enough to handle, carefully remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- When the bread has cooled, use a serrated knife to slice it into thick, even pieces. Serve the English muffin bread warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, honey, or jam. Enjoy the delightful combination of a fluffy interior and a slightly crispy crust in every bite!
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 87mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 318IUCalcium: 32mgIron: 2mg
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