Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Cruffins—a perfect fusion of flaky croissants and fluffy muffins. These buttery pastries are generously coated with cinnamon and sugar, delivering a warm, sweet treat that’s ideal for breakfast or as a snack. Easy to make, Cruffins can be customized with your favorite fillings like chocolate chips or chopped nuts. Their impressive presentation makes them a show-stopper at brunch gatherings, ensuring they’re a hit among family and friends. Whether enjoyed solo or paired with coffee, fresh fruits, or a drizzle of glaze, these pastries are sure to satisfy your cravings. Dive into this easy recipe and experience the joy of homemade Cruffins!
Ingredients
- 3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll sheets
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened, divided)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- Roll each tube of dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Pinch seams if using perforated dough.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of softened butter on each sheet, then sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture (¼ cup per sheet).
- Roll tightly from the long edge into logs, cut each log in half, then slice lengthwise into quarters.
- Shape sections into cruffins by rolling them into cinnamon roll shapes.
- Place in the muffin tin and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Roll each cruffin in remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture after baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pastry
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cruffin (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg