# How to Sign “Muffin” in Sign Language

Did you know there are two main types of muffins: English muffins and American muffins? English muffins are flat, yeast-leavened breads that are typically toasted and served with butter or jam, while American muffins are sweet, cake-like treats that are often packed with fruits, nuts, or chocolate chips.

## Signing “Muffin”

1. Hand shape: Start with your dominant hand in an open “bent-5” handshape. Form your non-dominant into an “S” with your palm downard.
2. Hand location: Bring your hands in front of your body at about chest level. Place your dominant hand-palm down onto your non-dominant hand.
3. Movement: Tap your dominant hand against your non-dominant hand twice.
4. Facial expression: Keep a neutral facial expression.

## Learn how to sign other food items!

[Bread](/content/asl/bread/index.html) | [Cheese](/content/asl/cheese/index.html) | [Rice](/content/asl/rice/index.html) | [Pasta](/content/asl/pasta/index.html) | [Pizza](/content/asl/pizza/index.html) | [Burger](/content/asl/burger/index.html) | [Salad](/content/asl/salad/index.html) | [Soup](/content/asl/soup/index.html) | [Cake](/content/asl/cake/index.html) | [Cookie](/content/asl/cookie/index.html) | [Ice Cream](/content/asl/ice-cream/index.html) | [Chocolate](/content/asl/chocolate/index.html) | [Sandwich](/content/asl/sandwich/index.html) | [Cereal](/content/asl/cereal/index.html) | [Pancakes](/content/asl/pancakes/index.html) | [Pie](/content/asl/pie/index.html) | [Yogurt](/content/asl/yogurt/index.html) | [Butter](/content/asl/butter/index.html) | [Cupcake](/content/asl/cupcake/index.html) | [Muffin](/content/asl/muffin/index.html) | [Toast](/content/asl/toast/index.html)

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