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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe

Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe
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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful hybrid between croissants and muffins, featuring flaky layers infused with cinnamon sugar. Made from crescent roll dough, these cruffins are simple to prepare, baked until golden and crispy, then sprinkled with a sweet cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a tasty snack.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 3 (8 ounce) cans of crescent roll dough

For the Filling and Topping

  • 1/2 cup butter, completely softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Dough Sheets: On a lightly floured or sugared surface, roll out each sheet of crescent roll dough. Pinch together the perforated lines to seal, then use a rolling pin to gently roll each sheet into a larger rectangle, blending the perforated lines so the dough is continuous.
  3. Butter the Dough: Spread a thin, even layer of the softened butter across one sheet of dough. Repeat with each sheet.
  4. Mix and Divide Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined. Reserve half of this mixture to sprinkle on the cruffins after baking. Evenly sprinkle the remaining half onto each buttered dough sheet, covering them completely.
  5. Roll and Cut the Dough: Beginning at the long edge of the dough rectangle, roll it tightly into a log. Cut the log in half lengthwise, then cut each half in half lengthwise again to reveal the cinnamon layer. You should end with four smaller logs from each sheet.
  6. Repeat for all Sheets: Repeat the rolling and cutting process for the other two sheets. You should have 12 total pieces after this step.
  7. Form the Cruffins: Take each piece and wrap it around your finger or gently coil it to form a round muffin shape with visible cinnamon sugar layers on the outside.
  8. Place in Muffin Pan: Arrange the shaped pieces into the greased muffin pan cups, ensuring they hold their shape.
  9. Bake: Bake the cruffins on the middle rack for 18-20 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through baking, until they are golden brown and the tops are crisp.
  10. Cool Slightly: Remove from oven and let the cruffins sit in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack set over a rimmed baking sheet.
  11. Top with Cinnamon Sugar: While still warm, sprinkle the reserved cinnamon sugar mixture generously over each cruffin, allowing it to stick to the surface.
  12. Serve: Serve the cruffins warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For easier shaping, ensure the butter is fully softened but not melted.
  • If desired, you can add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a glaze after baking for extra sweetness.
  • These cruffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
  • Reheat gently in a toaster oven for a fresh-baked feel.
  • You can substitute crescent roll dough with homemade puff pastry for a flakier texture but adjust baking time accordingly.

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Keywords: cruffins, cinnamon sugar, crescent roll dough, breakfast pastry, easy baking, cinnamon rolls

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