Crumpet Recipe

Side view of two crumpets on a blue and white plate with strawberry jam.

Make delicious homemade crumpets with this easy recipe. Perfect for teatime or breakfast, enjoy these tasty treats with butter and jam.

Prep Time10

Cook Time12

Resting Time30

Total Time52

Servings: servings

Calories: 79kcal

Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

1 ½ plus 2 tablespoons cups warm water divided, about 110℉
2 teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder

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Instructions

Crumpet Batter

Dissolve yeast into 2 tablespoons of warm water in a small bowl. Let proof for 5 minutes.
Place flour, 1 ½ cups warm water, and salt into a bowl and whisk for 2 minutes. Add the yeast mixture, sugar, and baking powder and whisk for 30 seconds more.
Cover and let sit in a warm place to rise for 20-30 minutes or until the surface is foamy. The batter won't double; expect it to increase by about 15 percent.

Cooking the Crumpets

Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle to medium to medium-high heat. Butter or spray your rings* (see notes on rings) and place them on the skillet. Fill each ring with ¼ cup of the batter (or about halfway up) and cook for 1-2 minutes. Bubbles will begin appearing, but will not be popping yet.
Reduce the heat to medium or medium-low and continue cooking until the top is set, about 3-4 minutes. At this point, the bubbles will have popped, and it will be clear there isn't more forming or popping. You can help the bubbles to pop by using a toothpick if needed.
Remove the rings and then flip the crumpets to the other side. Cook for 20-30 seconds to give the tops a hint of golden color, then transfer to a cooling rack. Repeat until the batter is used.
Serve immediately with clotted cream and jam or with honey and butter. Store in an airtight container-- they are wonderful toasted!

Notes

Egg Rings: I'm using 3.5-inch egg rings, but any ring or metal shaper (like a cookie or biscuit cutter) will work. Be sure to coat them with butter or nonstick spray, as the batter will stick.

Cooking Tips: Be sure the skillet is hot when adding the crumpet batter. A hot skillet helps the bubbles to form! It's important for a stronger heat at the beginning and a lower heat to cook them through.

Storing Crumpets: Let them cool completely and then refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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