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.

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