Sweet and Flaky Cruffins – This Sweet and Flaky Cruffins recipe. Combines the buttery goodness of crescent roll dough. With the irresistible warmth of cinnamon and sugar. Creating a treat. That’s perfect for breakfast. Or dessert. These cruffins come together. In just 30 minutes. Offering layers of flaky, sweet perfection. Whether you enjoy them warm. Or at room temperature. They’re sure to be a hit. With the whole family.
The first time I made these cruffins. I was looking for a quick. And fun treat. To surprise my husband. And kids. With on a lazy Sunday morning. As the cruffins baked. The whole house filled with the cozy scent of cinnamon. Instantly putting smiles. On everyone’s faces. When I pulled them out of the oven. My family couldn’t wait to dig in. And they were gone within minutes. Now, these cruffins have become. A weekend tradition. Especially when we want something. A little extra special.
What makes this Sweet and Flaky Cruffins truly special?
These cruffins are an absolute time-saver. Using crescent roll dough. For the perfect balance of buttery layers. And flaky texture. The rich cinnamon-sugar blend. Adds a comforting sweetness. That pairs beautifully. With a cup of coffee or tea. The best part? You don’t need to be a pro baker. To achieve a fancy-looking pastry. That tastes just as good as it looks!
What You Need To Make This Sweet and Flaky Cruffins Recipe?
Crescent Roll Dough: Using pre-made crescent roll dough. Makes this recipe incredibly easy. And time-efficient. But you still get those flaky, buttery layers. That are essential to a great cruffin.
Butter: Softened butter is key. To achieving the perfect texture. It seeps into the layers of the dough. Enhancing the flaky, buttery goodness. In every bite.
Cinnamon and Sugar: This classic combination never fails. The sugar caramelizes slightly during baking. While the cinnamon gives the cruffins. Their signature warmth.
Steps To Make Sweet and Flaky Cruffins:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. And lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan. With non-stick spray. Set aside.
Step 2: Roll out the crescent dough sheets. Making sure the perforated lines. Are pressed back together. To form three smooth rectangles.
Step 3: Spread softened butter. Over each dough sheet. Trust me. Don’t skimp on this step—it’s what gives them. That irresistible richness!
Step 4: Combine cinnamon and sugar. In a small bowl. Then sprinkle generously. Over the buttered dough.
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Step 5: Starting at the long edge. Roll up the dough. Into a log. Cut each log in half. And then slice each half lengthwise. Now, you have 12 pieces. Ready to be transformed.
Step 6: Take each piece. And loosely wrap it. Around your finger. Making sure the layers. Are facing out. Pop them into your muffin pan.
Step 7: Bake for 18-20 minutes. Turning the pan halfway through. To get that perfect golden brown. Remove from the oven. And sprinkle with extra cinnamon sugar. Serve warm. For the best experience!
Tip:
For the ultimate cruffin experience. Don’t hesitate to get creative with fillings! Before rolling the dough. You can spread Nutella, jam, or even peanut butter. For a flavorful surprise inside. If you’re feeling extra adventurous. Toss some chocolate chips. Or dried fruit into the layers. When these cruffins are fresh from the oven. Their crispy, buttery edges. Paired with the soft, sweet middle. Make for a treat. That’s hard to resist!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use a different type of dough for this recipe?
Yes! You can use puff pastry dough. For an even flakier result. Or try biscuit dough. For a heartier cruffin.
How long do cruffins stay fresh?
Cruffins are best enjoyed fresh. But they will be kept in an airtight container. For up to two days at room temperature.
Can I add any fillings to the cruffins?
Absolutely! Feel free to spread Nutella and cream cheese. Or fruit preserves onto the dough. Before rolling it up. For an extra sweet surprise.
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Sweet and Flaky Cruffins
Ingredients
- 3 tubes 8 oz each of crescent roll dough
- 1/2 c softened butter
- 1/2 c white sugar
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. And grease a 12-cup muffin tin. With some non-stick spray.
- Roll out each sheet of crescent roll dough. To create larger rectangles. Smoothing the perforated lines. So the dough forms. One continuous piece.
- Generously spread the softened butter. All over the dough.
- In a small bowl. Stir together the sugar. And cinnamon. Until well mixed.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Over the buttered dough.
- Starting from the long edge. Roll up the dough. Into a tight log. Slice each log in half. Then cut each half lengthwise. To form thinner strips.
- Repeat this process. For the remaining dough sheets. Until you have 12 pieces.
- Take each strip. And loosely wrap it around your finger. To form a spiral shape. Ensuring the layered sides. Are facing outward.
- Place each spiral. Into the greased muffin tin.
- Pop the pan into the oven. And bake for about 18-20 minutes. Rotating halfway through. For an even bake.
- When the cruffins are golden brown. And puffed up. Remove them from the oven. And transfer them out of the muffin tin.
- While they're still warm. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture generously. Over the tops. And let them cool. On a wire rack. Serve them warm. Or at room temperature. For a delicious treat!
Notes
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