With supermarkets now introducing novelty shaped crumpets at Easter and Christmas time, their popularity is at an all time high for my tribe.
As always, I like to be able to make my own alternative to our favourite baked goods. Limiting sugar, preservatives and cost alongside increasing flavours.
Crumpets are a lot simpler than I thought so here is my recipe. Adapted from several recipes I found online - this was the perfect mixture for me. Enjoy!
Crumpets
Makes 8 - 10 depending on size of baking ring /cookie cutter
You will need:
225g plain flour
180mls warm milk
180mls warm water
1tsp baking powder
2.5g powdered yeast
1tsp salt
Skillet and baking rings (although I also tested using metal cookie cutter and it worked just as well)
Butter or low calorie oil spray for greasing
In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. You should end up with a batter the consistency of double cream. Thick but pourable. Not stodgy. If it's thicker than cream, add a little extra warm water. There should be bubbles forming in the batter immediately once you have finished whisking .
Cover the bowl with cling film or wax wrap and leave for 1-3hrs depending on the time you have available.
The batter should have lots of bubbles now - meaning it's ready to go!
Grease the skillet and place the greased baking rings in it on a high heat.
Once hot, pour your batter into the rings about half way up. I found this easier to do with a ladle. Cook for 5 mins or until you can move the ring around the skillet freely. Flip it over and press the crumpet through (you may need to run a knife around the outside to free it)
Cook until golden (about 3 mins)
Serve hot or leave to cool and toast later!
The star shaped cookie cutter worked just as well as the baking rings. These could make a fantastic Christmas breakfast using star and Christmas tree shapes. Just ensure the cutter is metal, not plastic!
My children & Husband have taste tested and confirm they are better than shop bought! They certainly didn't hang around long!
What will you put on yours?
XxP&TxX
