Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
Introduction
These Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins bring together the flaky layers of croissants with the fun muffin shape, all wrapped in a buttery cinnamon sugar coating. They are a simple yet impressive breakfast treat that’s sure to delight family and guests alike.
Ingredients
- 1 8-ounce can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: Unroll the crescent dough onto a flat surface and press the seams together to form 4 solid rectangles.
- Step 3: Brush each rectangle evenly with the melted butter, then sprinkle generously with the cinnamon and sugar mixture.
- Step 4: Roll each rectangle tightly into a log, cut each log in half, and then roll those halves into spirals.
- Step 5: Place each spiral into the prepared muffin cups and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Step 6: Remove from the oven, brush with additional melted butter, and roll in more cinnamon sugar while still warm.
Tips & Variations
- For a flakier texture, substitute crescent roll dough with puff pastry sheets.
- Try mixing in a pinch of pumpkin spice or nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar for a seasonal twist.
- Use salted butter if you prefer a slightly savory contrast to the sweet coating.
Storage
Store the cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To refresh, warm them in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes or microwave briefly until soft.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these ahead of time?
You can prepare the rolled cruffins and refrigerate them for a few hours before baking. Just add a couple of extra minutes to the bake time when ready.
What can I use if I don’t have cinnamon?
If you don’t have cinnamon, you can substitute with pumpkin pie spice, nutmeg, or even a mix of sugar and vanilla extract for a different flavor.
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Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 cruffins 1x
Description
Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins combine the flaky, buttery layers of classic croissant dough with the cozy, muffin-like shape, all coated in a generous layer of cinnamon sugar. This easy-to-make breakfast treat is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special morning indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Cruffins
- 1 8-ounce can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough Rectangles: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface, dividing it into 4 rectangles. Press along the seams of each rectangle to seal them completely, creating solid sheets of dough.
- Butter and Cinnamon Sugar Coating: Using a brush, generously coat each rectangle with melted butter. Then evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture (half sugar and all cinnamon) on top to fully cover each rectangle.
- Roll and Shape: Starting from the long side, roll each buttered rectangle tightly into a log. Slice each log in half to form two smaller logs. Then, take each half and roll it into a spiral shape.
- Place in Muffin Tin and Bake: Carefully place each spiral into a greased muffin cup. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cruffins turn a beautiful golden brown color.
- Finish with Butter and Cinnamon Sugar: Once baked, brush the top of each cruffin with additional melted butter, then immediately roll or sprinkle them in the remaining cinnamon sugar for that extra sweet and buttery finish.
Notes
- For an extra flaky texture, substitute crescent dough with puff pastry sheets.
- Try swapping cinnamon with pumpkin spice or nutmeg for delightful seasonal flavor variations.
- Ensure muffin tins are well greased or lined to easily remove the cruffins after baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon sugar cruffins, croissant muffins, breakfast pastry, cinnamon pastries, easy breakfast recipe
