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Delicious Cruffins Recipe

5 from 129 reviews

Delicious Cruffins are a delightful hybrid of croissants and muffins made from flaky puff pastry rolled with cinnamon sugar, baked to golden perfection, and dusted with powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these treats combine buttery layers with warm cinnamon flavor in an easy-to-make recipe.

Ingredients

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Pastry

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry

Filling

  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Topping

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even baking of the cruffins.
  2. Prepare the pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface to prevent sticking and create an even thickness.
  3. Add the cinnamon sugar: In a bowl, mix the sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the rolled-out pastry for a flavorful coating.
  4. Brush with melted butter: Using a pastry brush, spread the melted butter over the cinnamon-sugar layer to help the layers stick and add richness.
  5. Roll the dough: Roll the pastry tightly into a log, keeping the layers compact to create the signature cruffin texture.
  6. Slice the roll: Cut the rolled dough into 12 equal pieces, which will form the individual cruffins.
  7. Prepare muffin tin: Grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking and place each dough slice into a separate muffin cup, arranging them open side up.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cruffins are puffed up and golden brown.
  9. Cool and finish: Allow the cruffins to cool slightly, then dust them with powdered sugar and optionally drizzle or brush with vanilla extract for an extra touch of sweetness.
  10. Serve: Serve warm to enjoy the flaky, buttery layers and lingering cinnamon aroma.

Notes

  • You can substitute puff pastry with homemade dough for a more buttery flavor.
  • Ensure the puff pastry remains cold before baking for maximum flakiness.
  • Adding vanilla extract when dusting is optional but enhances the aroma.
  • Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
  • For a richer taste, brush the cruffins with egg wash before baking for a glossy finish.

Keywords: cruffins, cinnamon sugar pastry, puff pastry recipes, breakfast pastry, baked cinnamon rolls