Currant and Tea Crumpets

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 15

Currant and Tea Crumpets – An Exotic Twist on Traditional Crumpets

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

406

Sugar

20g

Fat

15g

Currant and Tea Crumpets are a new take on the traditional English crumpets. With a delicious flavor and an added tropical twist, they are perfect for anyone looking for something new and different. The sweet aroma of black tea-infused currants is enticing and complement the crumpets' spongy texture, making you crave for just one more bite. This recipe takes around 30 minutes to prepare and make, and the result is a delightful and yummy breakfast treat for your loved ones.

Instructions

1.	Soak the currants in hot black tea for 20 minutes.
2.	In a mixing bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and solidified butter using a wooden spoon or your hands until the mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs.
3.	Add the beaten egg and the currants soaked in tea and mix until the batter is smooth.
4.	Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat until the surface is hot.
5.	Drop a spoonful of the crumpet batter on the pan, making 3 to 4 cm rounds.
6.	Cook the crumpets until large bubbles appear on the surface and the edges turn golden brown.
7.	Flip the crumpets and cook for another minute or until golden brown.
8.	Serve immediately with butter or jam.

PROS

Currant and Tea Crumpets add a fresh and unique twist to the traditional English crumpets.

They are quick, easy, and straightforward to prepare.

They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a teatime snack.

CONS

Currant and Tea Crumpets are high in sugar content, which could be an issue for some people.

They are not suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Currant and Tea Crumpets have some health benefits.
The antioxidants in black tea help fight against inflammation and may lower the risk of heart diseases.
Currants are a good source of dietary fiber and Vitamin C.

	2 tablespoons currants
	1/2 cup of hot strong black tea
	1 cup self raising flour
	4 tablespoons sugar
	1 egg , lightly beaten
	2 tablespoons butter