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Flaky Cruffins with Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Filling


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  • Author: Alice
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Flaky Cruffins with Sweet Cinnamon Sugar Filling are the perfect combination of buttery, crisp layers of puff pastry and a sweet cinnamon sugar center. These golden, pillowy cruffins are baked to perfection and make a delightful treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. They’re quick to make, bursting with nostalgic flavors, and perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

For the Cruffins:

1 package puff pastry (about 17 oz/500g)

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup light brown sugar

1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dusting)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)


Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line each cup with paper liners.

Step 2: Roll Out the Puff Pastry

On a clean, flat surface, lightly flour the area. Unroll the puff pastry sheets and gently roll them out to ensure they are about 1/8-inch thick.

Step 3: Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Filling

In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined.

Step 4: Prepare the Pastry

Using a pastry brush, lightly brush a thin layer of melted butter over one side of the puff pastry.

Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered surface, covering the entire sheet.

Step 5: Shape the Cruffins

Cut the pastry into strips about 2-3 inches wide.

Take each strip and tightly roll it up, starting from one end, forming a spiral.

Place each rolled-up strip into the muffin tin, standing upright like a coil, so that they resemble a cruffin shape. Gently press the ends to secure the rolls in place.

Step 6: Bake the Cruffins

Brush the tops of each cruffin with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle any leftover cinnamon-sugar mixture over them.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Storage: Cruffins are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Flavor Variations: Try adding vanilla extract or almond extract to the filling for a unique twist.

Optional Glaze: For extra indulgence, drizzle with a light glaze made of powdered sugar and milk once cooled.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Resting Time:: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American