Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
Introduction
Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful hybrid of croissants and muffins, offering flaky layers with a sweet cinnamon sugar coating. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, they combine buttery richness with a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
- Crescent dough
- Butter
- Cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Roll out the crescent dough and shape it into cruffin molds or a muffin tin, layering with butter and cinnamon sugar as you go to create flaky, sweet layers.
- Step 2: Bake the cruffins until golden brown, then immediately coat them with cinnamon sugar while warm for a delicious, crunchy finish.
Tips & Variations
- For extra richness, brush the dough layers with melted butter before sprinkling the cinnamon sugar.
- Try adding a drizzle of glaze or cream cheese frosting once cooled for a decadent twist.
- If you don’t have cruffin molds, a standard muffin tin works perfectly as a substitute.
Storage
Store cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. To refresh, warm briefly in the oven or microwave to restore their flaky texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade dough instead of crescent dough?
Yes, homemade laminated dough or puff pastry can be used for a similar flaky texture, but crescent dough is a convenient shortcut.
Do I have to coat the cruffins with cinnamon sugar while warm?
Coating them warm helps the sugar stick and creates a slightly caramelized crust, but you can sprinkle cinnamon sugar after baking if preferred.
PrintCinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful hybrid between a croissant and a muffin, featuring flaky crescent dough baked to golden perfection and coated with a sweet cinnamon sugar blend. This easy-to-make treat combines buttery layers and a crunchy cinnamon sugar crust, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 6 cruffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 can crescent dough (8 oz)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the crescent dough and gently press the perforations to seal. Cut the dough into strips approximately 1 inch wide.
- Shape the Cruffins: Roll each dough strip tightly into a spiral shape resembling a muffin form. Place each rolled dough into a greased muffin tin cup to help maintain its shape during baking.
- Bake the Cruffins: Bake the shaped cruffins in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Butter and Coat: Immediately after baking, brush each cruffin generously with melted butter. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll the buttered cruffins in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they are completely coated.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cruffins to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Sealing the perforations of the crescent dough prevents the layers from separating during baking.
- Using a muffin tin helps the cruffins hold their shape and bake evenly.
- Adjust the cinnamon sugar quantity to taste for a sweeter or milder coating.
- For extra indulgence, serve with a drizzle of glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Keywords: cruffins, cinnamon sugar, crescent dough, breakfast pastry, baked goods, sweet snack
