
There is something deeply satisfying about making English muffins from scratch, especially when you realize the stovetop does all the heavy lifting — no oven required. The dough comes together with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and a touch of butter, then gets a slow rise before hitting a dry skillet over low heat. That patient, low-and-slow cook is what creates the signature golden crust and the soft, airy interior underneath. The cornmeal dusting adds a subtle crunch to the outside that you just don't get from a plastic-wrapped grocery store pack. Splitting them with a fork rather than a knife is the move — it tears along the natural air pockets and gives you all those legendary nooks and crannies that soak up butter or jam like a dream. The ingredient list is refreshingly simple and free from any nut-based oils or additives that can sneak into commercial baked goods, so you know exactly what's going into every batch. Once you've had one warm off the griddle, the store-bought version is going to feel like a serious downgrade.
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Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until it reaches 105–110°F (40–43°C) — it should feel warm but not hot on your wrist. Remove from heat, sprinkle in the yeast and sugar, stir briefly, and let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Whisk the flour, salt, and baking soda together in a large mixing bowl. Pour in the yeast mixture and the melted butter, then stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until a shaggy, slightly sticky dough forms — it will be softer than bread dough and will not fully pull away from the bowl.
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