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Homemade Sourdough English Muffins

Delightful and tangy sourdough English muffins perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup sourdough starter Make sure it's active and bubbly.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute whole wheat flour for variation.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk (warm) Warm to enhance dough rising.
  • 1 tablespoon butter (melted) Enhances flavor.
  • Cornmeal For dusting.

Method

Mixing the Dough

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, warm milk, and melted butter.
  • Gradually add the flour, sugar, and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
  • Knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes until smooth.

Rising the Dough

  • Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.

Shaping and Second Rise

  • Roll out the dough to about 1 inch thick and cut into rounds.
  • Dust a baking sheet with cornmeal and place the rounds on it. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Cooking the Muffins

  • Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Cook the muffins for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Let them cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Best served warm; can toast for extra crispiness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat either by toasting or microwaving.
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