Delicious Cruffins (Croissant-Muffins)

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

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth the edges.

Step 2: Add Butter and Sugar

1. Brush the melted butter evenly over the surface of each pastry sheet.
2. 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

1. Starting from one edge, tightly roll up each pastry sheet into a log.
2. Slice each log into 6 equal pieces, creating 12 rolls in total.

Step 4: Shape the Cruffins

1. 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

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cruffins are puffed and golden brown.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

1. Allow the cruffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
2. 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! 🥐✨🧁