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Cruffins

Flaky Cruffins: Easy Cinnamon Sugar Bliss at Home

Indulge in these easy-to-make cruffins, a delightful fusion of croissant and muffin with a gooey cinnamon-sugar filling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12 cruffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to substitute with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Try apple pie spice for a cozy twist!
For the Dough
  • 3 cans Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheets If you can’t find these, use crescent rolls and seal the seams.
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Using salted butter can enhance the overall taste.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. Mix granulated sugar with ground cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. Unroll one can of dough to form a 13x8-inch rectangle.
  4. Spread 2 tablespoons of softened butter over the dough.
  5. Roll the dough tightly from the longest side.
  6. Cut the dough log in half, then lengthwise, yielding 12 pieces.
  7. Twist each piece into a spiral and place in muffin cups.
  8. Bake for about 18 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Roll each warm cruffin in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cruffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is fully softened for easy spreading. Cut the dough evenly for best results. Keep an eye on baking for a perfect golden finish.

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