Sourdough English Muffins

Have you ever gone to a restaurant and tried something like an English Muffin, and you fell in love with it? There have been a few places that I have tried an English Muffin that I enjoyed, but I wanted to make them at home for Mark and me. These Sourdough English Muffins are not only delicious, but they are better than those at any restaurant I’ve ever been to. The more you make these, the easier they get!

Sourdough English Muffins

Sourdough English Muffins are really great for breakfast. You can make a nice breakfast sandwich with these muffins, or you can also put some jam or jelly on them as a delicious treat. Mark loves these and it makes me happy because it’s something he can grab and go and be on his way. If you like easy, then these muffins are totally for you!

Step One

Take your starter out of the fridge. Stir, and let the jar sit on the countertop until it reaches room temperature. (Normally 1-2 hours). In case you missed how to make my sourdough starter, How To Make A Sourdough Starter + Bread

Step Two

Pour approximately 6 tablespoons of starter into your mixing bowl. Add warm water, flour, honey, and salt. Mix well by hand or with a mixer. The dough may be sticky.

Step Three

I use a plastic bag to butter my bowl to let the dough rise.

Step Four

Butter your bowl and your hands and mound the dough into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap or a wet towel. Let it rise 6-12 hours.

Step Five

Grease the countertop and roll out the dough so you can cut the shapes of the Sourdough English Muffins into 3-inch circles.

Step Six

Place some parchment paper on your cookie sheet and sprinkle some cornmeal evenly on the paper. After cutting the muffins place them on the parchment paper, then sprinkle cornmeal over the top of the muffins. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 60 minutes.

Step Seven

Preheat a greased cast-iron skillet over low to medium heat or an electric skillet to 350 degrees. Cook the muffins for about 10 minutes on each side.

Final Product

When thoroughly cooked the temperature inside of the muffins should read 190 degrees with an instant-read thermometer. After cooking, cool the muffins on a cooling rack.

Sourdough English Muffins Recipe

What makes English muffins different from bread?

Besides the obvious that bread and English muffins look way different, they have different uses in recipes. Some would say that the English muffin is close to the English crumpet. English muffins are also spongier then bread. Some would even compare them to the texture of a pancake.

What do they call an English muffin in England?

Although English muffins are popular here, they are even more popular in England. In England, you will find that English muffins are an important breakfast staple. Eggs Benedict is also a popular recipe in England and the recipe calls for English muffins.

How long do English muffins last in the refrigerator?

Let’s say you want to make Sourdough English Muffins, how long would they last? Once you place them in the fridge, they will last around a week. This is nice because you can make them ahead of time and enjoy them all week. I make a batch on the weekend and then we have them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner all week.

Is sourdough bread better for you than whole wheat?

You may be wondering why I choose to make the Sourdough version of English muffins? Well, anything sourdough tastes better to me. But it is also a little healthier to make the sourdough version of baked goods and bread. It’s safe to say that the lower phytate levels make the bread more digestible for the human body.

What can I serve with Sourdough English Muffins?

You can make an amazing breakfast sandwich with these Sourdough English Muffins. You can also toast them and add butter, jam, or jelly. I love putting homemade jam on my English muffins. Try different ways to enjoy the muffins!

• Eggs
• Cheese
• Bacon
• Sausage
• Cream Cheese & Jam
• Jam or Jelly

Eggs In Mason Jar Rings

When I have the grandkids over we make Linda’s Eggs and Muffins using mason jar rings in the frying pan. You can see how cracking an egg in the mason jar works well, scrambled eggs not so much. It’s all about the egg in a circle, right?

Final Word

The next time you want to make breakfast a little more unique, give these Sourdough English Muffins a try. This recipe may be all it takes to convince you that homemade bread and English muffins are soooo much better than store-bought. You can easily freeze these muffins too! Let me know what you think in the comment section. May God Bless this world, Linda.