Sourdough English Muffins

Total Time

Prep: 15 min. + standing Cook: 20 min.

Makes

1 dozen

Updated: Apr. 27, 2022
This recipe was a winner in a local newspaper contest years ago and has become a family favorite. The muffins are fun to make on a griddle and delicious to eat.

Ingredients

  • 2-3/4 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup Sourdough Starter
  • 1/3 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cornmeal, divided
  • Butter, jam or honey

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, water and Sourdough Starter. Cover and let stand overnight.
  2. Combine the milk powder, sugar, salt and 1/2 cup flour. Add to sour dough mixture; mix well. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and no longer sticky, about 2-3 minutes, adding more flour if needed.
  3. Roll to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a 3-in. round cookie cutter. Greased baking sheets and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cornmeal. Place muffins 2 in. apart on prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle remaining cornmeal over muffin tops. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
  4. In a lightly greased griddle or electric skillet, cook muffins at 275° for 10 minutes. Turn and cook 10-15 minutes longer or until golden brown. Split with a sharp knife or a fork and toast if desired. Serve with butter, jam or honey.

Nutrition Facts

1 muffin: 127 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 159mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.