Do Crumpets Count as Bread or Are They a Unique Category?
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Historically, crumpets were a hard, griddle-cooked pancake before evolving into the soft, spongy treat we know today during the Victorian era. This historical shift highlights why the modern crumpet, while bread-like, occupies a culinary space all its own. By examining their unique characteristics, we can settle the debate on their classification once and for all.
