Cranberry English Muffins

Golden, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweet — these Cranberry English Muffins made on the Blackstone Griddle are a must-try for breakfast lovers. The rehydrated craisins add a tart-sweet pop that takes classic English muffins to the next level. Perfect for toasting with butter, slathering with jam, or building the ultimate breakfast sandwich.


Ingredients

Yield: 8 muffins
Total Time: ~2 hours (includes rise time)

  • 1¾ cups warm milk (120–130°F)
  • 3 tbsp melted butter (cooled)
  • 1¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 4½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • ¾ cup craisins (rehydrated 20 minutes in warm water & drained)
  • Cornmeal (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Rehydrate the Craisins
    • Place craisins in a bowl of warm water for 20 minutes, then drain.
  2. Make the Dough
    • In a stand mixer, combine warm milk, yeast, melted butter, egg, salt, sugar, and flour. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
  3. Add the Craisins
    • Gently fold in the rehydrated craisins until evenly distributed.
  4. First Rise
    • Cover the dough and let rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the Muffins
    • Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape into rounds.
    • Coat both sides of each round in cornmeal.
  6. Cook on the Griddle
    • Lightly grease the Blackstone Griddle and heat on low.
    • Cook muffins for 7–10 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Cool & Serve
    • Transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool before slicing.
    • Serve toasted with butter, jam, or as the base for a breakfast sandwich.

Tips & Variations

  • These muffins freeze well — let cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
  • Add orange zest for a festive flavor twist.
  • Swap craisins for dried cherries or blueberries for variety.