Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
Cruffins are a delightful hybrid of croissants and muffins, featuring flaky puff pastry rolled with butter, sugar, and cinnamon, then baked to a golden perfection in a muffin tin. This recipe offers a simple yet indulgent treat perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 cruffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Pastry and Filling
- 1 sheet puff pastry (approximately 8x8 inches)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Thaw the puff pastry sheet according to package instructions until it’s pliable but still cold. Lay it flat on a clean surface.
- Apply Butter and Sugar Mixture: Spread the softened butter evenly over the surface of the puff pastry. Mix the sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the buttered pastry.
- Roll the Pastry: Starting from one edge, carefully roll the puff pastry into a tight log, ensuring the cinnamon sugar filling is enclosed.
- Slice the Rolled Pastry: Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled pastry into approximately 1-inch thick slices.
- Place in Muffin Tin: Arrange each slice cut-side up into the cups of a lightly greased muffin tin, spacing them evenly to allow room to rise.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cruffins for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cruffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is cold before rolling for best flakiness.
- You can dust the cruffins with powdered sugar or glaze with icing for extra sweetness.
- For a richer flavor, add a bit of vanilla extract to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Use a non-stick or well-greased muffin tin to avoid sticking.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
Keywords: cruffins, croissant muffin, puff pastry, cinnamon sugar pastry, breakfast pastry, baked goods