Cruffins are the perfect combination of flaky croissants and buttery muffins, delivering layers of crisp, golden pastry in muffin form. These Delicious Cruffins are easy to make using store-bought puff pastry or croissant dough, making them a stunning and indulgent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
(Makes 12 cruffins)
2 sheets puff pastry (thawed) or croissant dough
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for a cinnamon-sugar version)
Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth the edges.
Step 2: Add Butter and Sugar
Brush the melted butter evenly over the surface of each pastry sheet.
Sprinkle a generous layer of sugar over the buttered surface. For a cinnamon-sugar flavor, mix the cinnamon with the sugar before sprinkling.
Step 3: Roll and Slice
Starting from one edge, tightly roll up each pastry sheet into a log.
Slice each log into 6 equal pieces, creating 12 rolls in total.
Step 4: Shape the Cruffins
Place each sliced roll, cut side up, into the prepared muffin tin. Use your fingers to press down slightly, ensuring the layers are visible.
Step 5: Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cruffins are puffed and golden brown.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Allow the cruffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a sweet finish.
Pro Tips
Make It Fancy: Add a filling before rolling, such as Nutella, fruit jam, or cream cheese.
Extra Crispy Layers: Chill the rolled dough logs in the fridge for 15 minutes before slicing and baking.
Savory Option: Skip the sugar and instead sprinkle the dough with grated cheese, herbs, or garlic butter for savory cruffins.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick and Easy: Using store-bought dough makes these cruffins a breeze to prepare.
Versatile: Sweet or savory, cruffins can be customized to suit any craving.
Stunning Presentation: Their beautiful layers make them look like they came straight from a bakery.
Enjoy these Delicious Cruffins with your morning coffee, as an afternoon treat, or as a show-stopping dessert. Let me know if you’d like more pastry ideas or variations! 🥐✨🧁
