Taste.com.au’s 20 amazing crumpet topping ideas revealed

The comeback of the crumpet is here (and here are our most creative ways to use them).

Ah, the humble crumpet.

While a staple in many Aussies’ breakfasts for decades, the crumpet has experienced a huge resurgence in popularity in the last couple of months. Here at taste.com.au, we’ve been loving crumpet hacks for some time (did you see our viral air fryer crumpet garlic bread?) but now, it’s gone next level with the latest season of My Kitchen Rules featuring a crumpet topped with buttered lobster – ooh la la!

Here are our most creative ways to jazz up store-bought crumpets in the kitchen.

Custard and golden syrup crumpet tray bake.

Custard and golden syrup crumpet tray bake

Thanks to the texture of crumpets, they absorb the warm and gooey custard and golden syrup, making this easy tray bake dessert burst with creaminess with every bite.

Cheat’s crumpets Benedict

Get your breakfast fix with this easy crumpet version of eggs Benedict.

Blueberry cheesecake crumpets

Put a Christmas-themed spin on this breakfast staple by using Coles Christmas Tree Crumpets, topped with creamy ricotta, blueberries, lemon and fresh mint

Crumpet French toast with Nutella.

Crumpet French toast with Nutella

Weekend breakfasts just got a little tastier! These scrumptious French toast-style crumpets with Nutella will set the whole family up for the day.

Reuben crumpet

Try something different with this imaginative take on the classic Reuben sandwich.

Capricciosa crumpet pizzas

These easy crumpet pizzas topped with artichoke, mushrooms and ham make for a tasty Italian-inspired lunch.

Custard and golden syrup crumpet tray bake.

Air fryer Caramilk crumpet French toast

Finally, a sweet version of our viral cheesy crumpet garlic bread! This easy hack recipe shows you how to turn store-bought crumpets into breakfast, brunch or dessert. Smother them with 2-ingredient Caramilk butter, coat in a condensed milk egg mixture and air fry until golden.

Aussie crumpet burger

The English crumpet meets the Aussie burger - beef, beetroot and a runny fried egg.

Crumpet French toast with caramelised banana

Upgrade your brunch with this divine take on classic French toast.

Cranberry syrup crumpets.

Cranberry syrup crumpets

Get the morning off to a sweet start with our drippy cranberry syrup crumpets.

Maple bacon crumpet ice-cream sandwich

Fluffy crumpets, sweet maple syrup and salty bacon - this heavenly trio makes for a super indulgent treat.

Sticky thyme plums with crumpets

Make the most of seasonal fruit and try these sticky, thyme-infused crumpets topped with spiced creme fraiche and juicy baked plums.

High tea crumpets.

High tea crumpets with smashed strawberry mascarpone cream and white chocolate

Take your high tea crumpets to the next level with strawberries, mascarpone and a drizzle of white chocolate.

Crumpet pizzas

Two different toppings for these little pizzas mean that they are the ideal snack for almost anyone.

Sky-high peanut butter, chocolate and salted caramel crumpet stack

These moreish crumpet stacks are layered with peanut butter and smooth salted caramel, and topped with crunchy homemade praline.

Sticky brown sugar banana crumpets.

Sticky brown sugar banana crumpets

So easy – you probably have all the ingredients on hand for this short -cut sweet!

Crumpet Mexicana melt

Refried beans, avocado and jalapenos - you’re on to a winner with these zingy crumpet Mexicana melts.

Maple and pecan custard crumpets

Makeover store-bought crumpets with this speedy recipe.

Crumpets with cinnamon ricotta, banana, blueberries and honey.

Crumpets with cinnamon ricotta, banana, blueberries and honey

Dress up store-bought crumpets with sweet cinnamon ricotta and fresh fruit.

Green eggs and ham crumpets

Avo, crumpets, eggs and ham - the kids will love this Dr Seuss-inspired favourite.

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Originally published as Taste.com.au’s 20 amazing crumpet topping ideas revealed