Crumpets

We picked up some crumpets at Trader Joe's.  It had been years since we had eaten them.  They were a treat, so I decided to find a recipe to try.

After proofing the yeast in 1/4 cup water and a bit of sugar, you add bread (320g) and AP (320g) flour, 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar,  and 2 cups of water.  Beat for a few minutes.

After a one-hour rest, it should have risen and fallen.

Add 10g salt and rest for a few minutes before adding 2/3 cup milk and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.

Then it's ready to put on the griddle.  Don't turn until the top is holey and dryish.

Serve the end result with lots of butter and anything else that appeals.  I used honey, but I'm thinking nutella would be good, too.

The holes are great at holding butter!!

These may have been too thin.  I did not use crumpet rings.  Maybe next time.