a crumpet is a kind of flat, small round bread that is raised by yeast. they are about the same size as an english muffin. they are made in crumpet rings that are four inches wide and usually one inch deep. crumpets are usually baked on a griddle and served toasted. a well-baked crumpet has a brown bottom and a spongey top that has many tiny holes. crumpets are toasted whole, while english muffins are split and then toasted. after the baking, crumpets are spread with butter or cream and jam.