Oats Free English Muffins (Stovetop)
Homemade English muffins have a reputation for being fussy, but this stovetop version proves they're completely doable with a handful of pantry staples and no oven required. The dough comes together with all-purpose flour, warm milk, yeast, and a touch of baking soda — that last ingredient is the secret to the slight tang and open crumb you expect from a great muffin. A generous dusting of fine cornmeal gives the exterior that signature golden crust with just a hint of crunch. For anyone navigating an oat-free kitchen, this recipe is a genuine win — every ingredient is straightforward, with no oat flour, oat-based thickeners, or hidden grain blends to second-guess. The real magic happens in a dry skillet over low heat, where slow, patient cooking builds that deep golden color on both flat faces without burning. Once they're cool, the fork-split method tears them open to reveal all those gorgeous nooks and crannies that soak up butter or jam like a dream. These are the kind of muffins that make a weekend morning feel like a real occasion.
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8 servings
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- ¾ tsp fine salt
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 3 tbsp fine cornmeal, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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