Golden Fluffy Crumpets (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Batter
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200g sourdough starter (works fresh or leftover)
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3g salt (a small pinch)
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100g plain flour
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200g water
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10g baking powder (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)
→ For Cooking
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20g butter, used to grease cooking rings
# Instructions:
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In a small bowl or a measuring jug, lightly stir together salt, flour, and baking powder.
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Mix water and sourdough starter into the dry ingredients. Whisk until it’s as thick as cream, adding extra water if it feels too dense.
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Set a frying pan over medium-low heat (go slow for best results). Coat the inside edges of the crumpet rings with butter, then place them on the pan.
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Pour batter into rings so they’re halfway full. Cover the pan and let it cook gently for 10-20 minutes. Bubbles will pop on top. If needed, poke a few extra holes using a toothpick.
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Once the tops are firm and full of holes, carefully flip the crumpets over to lightly brown the other side. Don’t flip earlier—you want those holes intact! Serve warm with butter and jam.
# Notes:
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Baking powder helps the batter rise, so both active starter or discard will work.
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You can make extra holes during cooking with a toothpick, if desired.