Flaky and buttery pastries that combine the best of croissants and muffins, offering crisp, golden layers in a delightful muffin shape.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Combines the delicious layers of croissants with the easy-to-eat muffin shape
- Simple to make using store-bought puff pastry
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack
- Customizable with different fillings and toppings
- Impressive treat with minimal effort
Ingredients
- 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)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets to smooth the edges.
- Brush the melted butter evenly over 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.
- 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.
- Place each sliced roll, cut side up, into the prepared muffin tin. Press down slightly to ensure the layers are visible.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cruffins are puffed and golden brown.
- Allow the cruffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Servings and Timing
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 35–40 minutes
- Servings: 12 cruffins
- Calories: Approximately 250 kcal per cruffin
Variations
- Chocolate Cruffins: Add chocolate chips or a chocolate spread before rolling the pastry.
- Fruit-Filled Cruffins: Spread fruit jam or fresh berries inside the dough.
- Nutty Delight: Sprinkle chopped nuts like almonds or pecans for added crunch.
- Savory Twist: Omit the sugar and fill with cheese and herbs for a savory version.
- Glazed Cruffins: Drizzle with a simple icing glaze for extra sweetness.
Storage/Reheating
- Storage: Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness.
- Freezing: Freeze baked cruffins in a sealed container for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat before serving.
FAQs
Can I use homemade croissant dough instead of puff pastry?
Yes, homemade croissant dough will work beautifully, though it requires more preparation time.
Can I make cruffins ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the rolled dough and store it in the fridge overnight before baking.
How do I prevent cruffins from sticking to the muffin tin?
Grease the tin well or use paper liners to prevent sticking.
Can I add a filling inside the cruffins?
Yes, you can add fillings like jam, Nutella, or custard before rolling the dough.
What’s the best way to serve cruffins?
They are best served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of glaze.
Can I make savory cruffins?
Yes, by omitting the sugar and using cheese, herbs, or even ham for a savory version.
What type of puff pastry works best?
All-butter puff pastry provides the flakiest and most flavorful results.
Can I freeze the dough before baking?
Yes, you can freeze the assembled cruffins and bake them straight from frozen, adding extra time.
How do I achieve evenly baked cruffins?
Ensure your oven is properly preheated and rotate the muffin tin halfway through baking.
Are cruffins suitable for special diets?
They can be made vegan by using plant-based puff pastry and dairy-free butter.
Conclusion
Cruffins are a delightful pastry that combines the best of croissants and muffins in a simple and delicious way. Whether you’re making them for breakfast, brunch, or a special treat, they’re sure to impress with their flaky layers and sweet flavor. Try different variations and enjoy this easy-to-make pastry at home!
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Cruffins (Croissant-Muffins) Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cruffins 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Flaky, buttery cruffins with delicate layers—a perfect mix of croissant and muffin, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or delicious dessert!
Ingredients
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
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets to smooth the edges.
- Brush the melted butter evenly over 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.
- 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.
- Place each sliced roll, cut side up, into the prepared muffin tin. Press down slightly to ensure the layers are visible.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cruffins are puffed and golden brown.
- Allow the cruffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American Fusion