WHOLE WHEAT ENGLISH MUFFINS

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This recipe was given to me many years ago by the county Extension service. I love the muffins' hearty taste and light texture. If you're cooking for one or two, they keep well in the refrigerator or the freezer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield about 10 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup warm whole milk (110° to 115°)
3 tablespoons butter
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup whole wheat flour
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the milk, butter, salt, egg, whole wheat flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour and remaining sugar; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a grease bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll out to 1/2-in. thickness. Cover and let rest for 5 minutes. Cut into 4-in. circles. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets., Bake at 375° for 8 minutes or until bottom is browned. Turn muffins over; bake 7 minutes longer or until second side is browned. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Store in the refrigerator. To serve, split with a fork and toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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