Oats Free Classic Crumpets
Few things beat a warm, spongy crumpet fresh off the griddle, and this homemade version delivers that iconic honeycomb surface that soaks up melted butter like a dream. The ingredient list is refreshingly short — just milk, water, flour, yeast, and a handful of pantry staples — so there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden grains sneaking in. That bubbly, hole-filled top comes entirely from the yeast fermentation and a clever baking soda finish, no oat-based thickeners or fillers required. The batter comes together with a simple whisk, rises until gloriously puffy and bubble-covered, then cooks low and slow in greased rings on a flat griddle. Watching those signature craters form across the surface is genuinely satisfying, and the payoff — a chewy, slightly tangy crumpet with crisp edges — is absolutely worth the wait. Toast them until golden and pile on the butter for a breakfast or afternoon snack that feels indulgent but comes together with everyday ingredients you likely already have on hand.
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8 servings
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 0.750 cup water
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp fine salt
- ½ tsp baking soda
For greasing
- neutral oil or unsalted butter, for greasing the rings and griddle
For serving
- unsalted butter, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the milk and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over low heat and warm until just lukewarm, about 100°F (38°C) — it should feel barely warm to the touch, not hot. Pour into a large mixing bowl, stir in the sugar, then sprinkle the yeast over the surface. Let stand for 8–10 minutes, until the yeast is foamy and active.
- 2
Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture and whisk vigorously for 2 minutes until a smooth, thick, pourable batter forms — it should be thicker than pancake batter but still flow off the whisk in a slow ribbon. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and leave in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, until the batter has risen noticeably and the surface is covered in bubbles.
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