Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
Introduction
Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful hybrid of croissants and muffins, offering flaky layers coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. They’re simple to make yet impressively delicious, perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
- Crescent dough (1 can or sheet)
- Butter (2 tablespoons, melted)
- Cinnamon sugar (1/4 cup, or to taste)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin lightly.
- Step 2: Roll out the crescent dough and brush it evenly with melted butter.
- Step 3: Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the buttered dough, then roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Step 4: Slice the rolled dough into individual pieces and place each piece into the muffin tin cups.
- Step 5: Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 6: Immediately toss the warm cruffins in extra cinnamon sugar to coat evenly.
- Step 7: Let cool slightly before serving and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Tips & Variations
- Use softened cream cheese or Nutella inside the rolled dough for a creamy filling twist.
- Try adding chopped nuts or raisins along with the cinnamon sugar for texture and flavor variations.
- Brush with honey glaze instead of cinnamon sugar for a different sweet finish.
Storage
Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm them in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5–7 minutes to restore flakiness. Avoid microwaving to keep the texture crisp.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade croissant dough for this recipe?
Yes, homemade croissant dough works wonderfully and will make your cruffins extra flaky, though it requires more preparation time.
How do I prevent the cruffins from sticking to the muffin tin?
Grease the muffin tin well or use paper liners designed for muffins to ensure easy removal without tearing.
PrintCinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful hybrid between a croissant and a muffin, featuring flaky layers of buttery crescent dough baked in a muffin tin and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. This easy-to-make treat offers a perfect balance of crispiness and softness, ideal for breakfast or an indulgent snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 cruffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent dough
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar mixture: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon and mix well. Set aside.
- Roll the dough: Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Roll each triangle up tightly from the wide end to the point, creating a croissant-like roll. Be sure to pinch the ends to seal.
- Form the cruffins: Take each rolled dough piece and coil it into a spiral shape, similar to a cinnamon roll. Place each spiral into a generously greased muffin tin cup, ensuring they hold their shape.
- Bake the cruffins: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cruffins for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Coat with butter and cinnamon sugar: Remove the cruffins from the oven and brush immediately with melted butter. While still warm, toss or roll them in the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Serve: Allow the cruffins to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra flakiness, refrigerate the dough before rolling.
- You can add a drizzle of icing on top for added sweetness.
- Ensure the muffin tin is well greased to prevent sticking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat gently for best results.
Keywords: cruffins, cinnamon sugar, crescent dough, breakfast pastries, easy baked goods, cinnamon treats
