In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped chives until well combined. Set aside.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.

Unroll the crescent roll sheets and cut each sheet into equal rectangular strips.

Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over each dough strip.

Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the buttered dough strips, reserving 1 cup for topping.

Roll each strip into a tight spiral and place the rolls upright into the muffin tin.

Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the cruffins are golden brown and puffed.

Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese over the hot cruffins to melt slightly.

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in minced garlic, chopped chives, and kosher salt.

Brush the garlic butter mixture over the warm cruffins for an extra layer of flavor.

Let the cruffins cool slightly in the tin, then transfer them to a serving plate.

Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy, garlicky goodness.