Breakfast Baking
British Crumpets Recipe - Easy Step-by-Step Beginner Baking Tutorial
Original recipe: 8 servings · Prep: 15 min · Cook: 24 min · Total: 99 min
By Beginnerbakes Editorial TeamPublished Apr 17, 2026 | Updated Sep 30, 2026
British
99 mins
Beginner-friendlyEasyStep By StepComfort Food
British crumpets made from rested batter and cooked in rings on a griddle or skillet. Allow time for the batter rest and cooking in batches.
Prep
15 min
Cook
24 min
Total
99 min
Servings
8
Difficulty
easy
Cuisine
British
Ingredients
Servings
8
- 250g (2 cups) plain all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 300ml (1 1/4 cups) warm milk, about 100 degrees F
- 150ml (2/3 cup) warm water, about 100 degrees F
- A little melted butter or oil, for cooking and greasing rings
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, instant yeast, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
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Make a well in the center and gradually pour in the warm milk and warm water. Mix with a whisk or spoon until smooth, forming a thick but pourable batter similar to pancake batter.
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Cover the bowl loosely with cling film or a clean towel and let the batter rest in a warm spot for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until it rises slightly and bubbles form on the surface.
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Preheat a large non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease the pan and the inside of metal crumpet rings, about 7 to 8 cm or 3 inches wide.
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Gently stir the risen batter to deflate it slightly, then spoon or ladle it into the greased rings, filling each about three-quarters full.
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Cook over medium-low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, until bubbles form and pop on top and the surface starts to set but still looks slightly moist.
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Carefully remove the crumpet rings with tongs or a folded kitchen cloth.
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Flip the crumpets and cook the second side for 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
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Transfer crumpets to a warm plate and repeat with the remaining batter, re-greasing the pan and rings as needed.
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Serve warm with butter, honey, jam, or your favorite toppings.
Timing and Planning
Timing estimate: 99 minutes elapsed. Includes 15 minutes preparation, up to 1 hour batter rest and up to 24 minutes cooking eight crumpets in two batches of four, at up to 12 minutes per batch. Fewer rings or a smaller pan require additional batches and more time. These are planning estimates; use the recipe's doneness, rise and setting cues.
Storage and Reheating
Cool crumpets completely, then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Separate layers with parchment if the tops feel tacky.
Freeze crumpets for up to 2 months. Reheat from chilled or thawed in a toaster or dry skillet until warm and lightly crisp, then add butter or toppings.
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