Homemade Crumpets

Preparation

1. 1
   Step 1

   Mix the yeast with 240ml warm water in a bowl and let it stand for 5-10 minutes.

   Timer · 10 min
2. 2
   Step 2

   Stir in the warm milk, melted butter, salt, and sugar.

3. 3
   Step 3

   Add the flour and mix until the batter is smooth.

4. 4
   Step 4

   Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.

   Timer · 30 min
5. 5
   Step 5

   Dissolve the baking powder in 60ml warm water.

6. 6
   Step 6

   Stir the baking powder mixture into the batter.

7. 7
   Step 7

   Allow the batter to rise for another 20-30 minutes.

   Timer · 30 min
8. 8
   Step 8

   Grease a frying pan and four 9cm crumpet rings with vegetable oil.

9. 9
   Step 9

   Heat the pan over medium-low heat.

10. 10
    Step 10

    Spoon the batter into the rings until they are halfway full.

11. 11
    Step 11

    Reduce heat to low and cover with a lid or an upturned pan.

12. 12
    Step 12

    Cook for 10-12 minutes until the tops look dry.

    Timer · 12 min
13. 13
    Step 13

    Flip the crumpets and cook for 5 minutes until golden and firm.

    Timer · 5 min
14. 14
    Step 14

    Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter.