Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are the perfect blend of a croissant and a muffin, offering flaky layers with a sweet, spiced coating of cinnamon sugar. These indulgent pastries are as fun to make as they are to eat, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a dessert treat.
Why Youโll Love This Recipe
- Combines the buttery, flaky texture of croissants with the shape and convenience of muffins.
- Simple ingredients yield bakery-quality results at home.
- Versatile โ enjoy them plain, filled with jam, or with a drizzle of icing.
- Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or an impressive weekend breakfast.
- Freezer-friendly, so you can make them ahead and enjoy them anytime.
Ingredients
(Tip: Youโll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- Puff pastry sheets
- Granulated sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Butter (for brushing)
- Optional fillings: jam, Nutella, or pastry cream
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets to smooth any folds and ensure an even thickness.
- Mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Brush the pastry with melted butter and sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Roll up the pastry sheets tightly, like a jelly roll, then cut into 2-inch pieces.
- Place each piece, spiral side up, into the prepared muffin tin.
- Bake for 20โ25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the muffin tin. Coat with additional cinnamon sugar if desired.
Servings and Timing
- Servings: Makes 12 cruffins
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Variations
- Filled Cruffins: Pipe jam, Nutella, or custard into the center of each cruffin after baking for a sweet surprise.
- Glazed Cruffins: Drizzle with a simple icing made of powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.
- Savory Cruffins: Swap the cinnamon sugar for grated cheese and herbs for a savory twist.
- Seasonal Spices: Add pumpkin spice, cardamom, or nutmeg for a festive flavor.
Storage/Reheating
- Storage: Store cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Refrigeration: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat before serving.
- Freezing: Freeze baked cruffins in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight at room temperature.
- Reheating: Warm cruffins in the oven at 300ยฐF (150ยฐC) for 5โ8 minutes or until heated through.
FAQs
What are cruffins?
Cruffins are a hybrid of croissants and muffins, combining the flaky layers of croissants with the shape of a muffin.
Can I make cruffins with homemade puff pastry?
Yes, you can use homemade puff pastry for a richer, more buttery flavor.
Do I have to use butter in this recipe?
Butter is essential for brushing the dough and helping the cinnamon sugar adhere. It also enhances the flavor.
Can I use store-bought puff pastry?
Absolutely! Store-bought puff pastry makes this recipe quick and easy.
How do I get my cruffins to be extra flaky?
Ensure your puff pastry stays cold while working with it and donโt overhandle the dough.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the rolls and refrigerate them overnight before baking.
Can I add fillings before baking?
Itโs best to add fillings like jam or custard after baking to avoid leakage.
What other toppings can I use?
Try powdered sugar, chocolate drizzle, or even caramel for added sweetness.
Are cruffins served warm or cold?
Theyโre best enjoyed warm but are delicious at room temperature too.
Can I make mini cruffins?
Yes, simply cut smaller portions of dough and bake them in a mini muffin tin.
Conclusion
Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful pastry that combines the best of croissants and muffins. Whether served plain, filled, or with a sweet drizzle, they are sure to impress and satisfy any crowd. Easy to make and versatile, theyโre a must-try recipe for any pastry lover.
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Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cruffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful blend of croissants and muffins, offering a flaky, buttery texture with a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. Hereโs how you can make them at home:
Ingredients
- 3 tubes (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin:
- Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, unroll each crescent dough sheet into a flat rectangle.
- Pinch and press the perforated edges to seal the dough into a smooth sheet.
- Spread Butter and Cinnamon Sugar:
- Evenly spread 2 tbsp of softened butter over each dough sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of the mixture over each buttered dough sheet.
- Roll and Slice:
- Roll each dough sheet tightly from the long edge to form a log.
- Cut each log in half, then slice each half lengthwise to create two pieces with the layers exposed.
- Form the Cruffins:
- Roll each sliced piece into a spiral shape, keeping the cut sides facing outward to highlight the layers.
- Place each spiral into a prepared muffin cup.
- Bake the Cruffins:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18โ20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Allow the cruffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
- While still warm, roll each cruffin in the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, drizzle with a simple icing made of powdered sugar and milk.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven before serving.
- To make them even flakier, you can use puff pastry instead of crescent roll dough.
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