Description
A perfect blend of a croissant and a muffin, cruffins are buttery, flaky, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. These golden pastries are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat. Best of all, they’re easier to make than croissants and can be customized with various fillings like cinnamon sugar, Nutella, or jam!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough
- 3 ½ cups (450g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
- ¾ cup (180ml) warm milk
- ½ cup (120ml) warm water
- 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, softened
For the Butter Layer
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
Optional Topping
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add warm milk and water, stirring until a dough forms.
- Knead in softened butter and continue kneading until smooth (8-10 minutes).
- Cover and let the dough rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. Roll and Butter the Dough
- Roll the dough into a 12×18-inch rectangle.
- Spread softened butter evenly over the surface.
3. Shape the Cruffins
- Roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Cut the log in half lengthwise to expose the layers.
- Roll each strip into a spiral, keeping the layered side outward.
4. Proof and Bake
- Place spirals in a greased muffin tin, tucking the ends underneath.
- Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Finishing Touches
- Let cruffins cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar.
- Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- For Extra Flakiness: Chill the dough before rolling.
- Flavor Variations: Fill with jam, cinnamon sugar, or Nutella before rolling.
- Storage: Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for a freshly baked texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired