Like garlic bread? How about cheesy garlic crumpets?

Virgin Radio

12 Aug 2021, 16:14

Garlic bread has to go down as one of the ultimate side dishes, doesn’t it? And cheesy garlic bread takes it to a whole new level. But people on social media are tweaking the recipe even further by creating cheesy garlic crumpets, and it’s causing quite the reaction online.

Many people would likely agree that crumpets are good, cheese is good and garlic is good. But all together? That’s pretty controversial. However, that didn't stop the aptly-named TikToker @foodmadesimple from attempting to win over people with their straightforward recipe.

In a video clip on the social media platform, the TikToker cuts five crumpets into quarters and then arranges them neatly into a baking dish. They then cover the crumpets in melted garlic butter and a whole lot of cheese. 

After that, they stick the dish in the oven for approximately 10 minutes until the cheese has melted and the crumpets have turned golden brown. Hey presto, they’ve got themself some cheesy garlic crumpets! 

The video has been viewed over 2.8 million times, and the overwhelming reaction from TikTok commenters is of confusion. One said, “I’m so conflicted. I don’t know whether I hate it or want to try it.”

Another said, “The texture would be so confusing.”

Someone else added. "Okay so at first I was like, no you can't mess with crumpets but now I'm sat here knowing I have crumpets in the cupboard contemplating making this."

Others were definitely keen to give it a try. One person said, "Oh my I love garlic bread AND crumpets."

Another added, “This looks so good.”

Other people were less up for it. One person said simply, “This feels like a crime.”

Elsewhere, an Instagrammer by the name of @whatiateforbreakfast has created garlic bread crumpet soldiers, and we have to say, these look great. 

Commenters agreed that these soldiers are worth standing to attention for. One said, “This is a game changer.”

Another added, “I LOVE this!!! Definitely going to try it.” 

Right, we’re off to the supermarket to buy some crumpets!