Crumpets are an ideal afternoon tea treat. They are cousin to pancake or flapjack which make them excellent choice for breakfast as well. Light and fluffy crumpets are freshly served from pan with butter,jam.honey or clotted cream. For savoury crumpets, serve them with cheese and bacon.
The yeast contribute to the soft and spongy texture of the crumpets. Sometimes, crumpets are mistaken for English muffin whereby, they share some characteristics but they are not the same. With crumpets on your pan you can turn any simple afternoon tea to the most elegant treat.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp dry yeast
1 1/8 cups whole milk
1/4 cup water
1 tsp caster sugar
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp whipped cream
Honey as needed
Methods
In a saucepan, warm milk and water. Remove from heat, pour into a bowl and stir in yeast and sugar. Keep aside for 10-12 minutes.
Sift flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Pour the yeast into the flour mixture and beat well to a smooth batter without lumps.
Cover the bowl with tea towel and let it rest for 40-45 minutes in a warm place.
Grease the insides of the egg rings and frying pan with butter. Spoon 1 small ladle of the batter into each ring. Cook for 4-5 minutes or till tiny bubbles appeared on the surface.
With a spoon and for, lift off the rings and flip over the crumpets. Cook the other side side for about 1 minute. Remove from pan.
Re-grease the rings and the pan. Continue with remaining batter.
Serve with whipped cream and drizzle with honey
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