Valentine Delicious Cruffins with Cinnamon Recipe

Introduction

These Valentine Delicious Cruffins combine the flaky texture of croissants with the soft, sweet swirl of cinnamon rolls, making them a perfect treat for a romantic breakfast or a special snack. Easy to prepare with refrigerated crescent roll dough, they create an impressive pastry in no time.

Ingredients

• Refrigerated crescent roll dough
• Unsalted butter, softened and melted
• Granulated sugar
• Ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
2. Step 2: Unroll the crescent roll dough and press along the perforations to seal them, forming one large rectangle.
3. Step 3: Spread softened butter evenly over the dough surface, then sprinkle generously with a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
4. Step 4: Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, then cut the log in half lengthwise to expose the cinnamon layers.
5. Step 5: Coil each half into a spiral, ensuring the cut side faces upward, and place each spiral into a muffin cup.
6. Step 6: Repeat this coiling process with the remaining dough until all muffin cups are filled.
7. Step 7: Bake the cruffins in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are bubbling with deliciousness.
8. Step 8: When warm, brush the cruffins with melted butter and roll them in a cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat thoroughly.
9. Step 9: Allow the cruffins to cool slightly before serving to enjoy their perfect texture and flavor.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar mix.
• Use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for a deeper caramel taste.
• Try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips inside the roll before coiling for extra texture and indulgence.
• Serve with a drizzle of glaze or cream cheese frosting for a sweeter finish.

Storage

Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm them in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-7 minutes or microwave briefly until soft. They are best enjoyed fresh but can also be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw completely before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make cruffins ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the rolled and coiled dough in the muffin tin, cover it tightly, and refrigerate overnight. Bake fresh the next day for the best texture.

What if I don’t have a muffin tin?

If you don’t have a muffin tin, you can bake the cruffin spirals on a parchment-lined baking sheet, but they may spread more and lose their tall shape.

Valentine Delicious Cruffins with Cinnamon Recipe

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These Valentine Delicious Cruffins with Cinnamon are a delightful treat, blending the flaky texture of croissants with the convenience of muffins. Made from refrigerated crescent roll dough, buttery cinnamon-sugar layers create a warm, sweet pastry perfect for breakfast or a special occasion snack.

• Author: Lily
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 12 cruffins 1x
• Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (about 8 oz)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, plus extra melted for brushing
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for coating
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for coating

Instructions

1. Prepare Oven and Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin thoroughly to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare Dough Rectangle: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface and firmly press to seal all perforations so it forms one continuous rectangle without gaps.
3. Add Butter and Cinnamon Sugar: Evenly spread the softened unsalted butter over the entire surface of the dough. Then sprinkle a mixture of sugar and ground cinnamon liberally across the buttered dough to ensure a flavorful cinnamon-sugar layer.
4. Roll and Cut Dough: Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the log in half lengthwise down the middle, exposing the layers inside.
5. Form Spirals: Take each half and coil it into a spiral shape, forming the cruffin. Place each spiral into the greased muffin cups, fitting snugly for baking.
6. Repeat for Remaining Dough: Roll, cut, and coil any remaining dough halves and place them in the muffin tin as well.
7. Bake Cruffins: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cruffins are golden brown and bubbly, indicating the sugar has caramelized.
8. Brush and Coat: When the cruffins come out of the oven, immediately brush them with melted butter and roll or sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar for an extra sweet, glossy finish.
9. Cool and Serve: Allow the cruffins to cool slightly in the muffin tin before removing to serve warm.

Notes

• Ensure the dough perforations are sealed well to prevent the butter and sugar from leaking during baking.
• Use softened butter for easier spreading and better flavor infusion.
• You can adjust the cinnamon-sugar ratio to taste, adding more cinnamon for a spicier kick.
• Serve warm for the best flavor and flaky texture.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container and warm before serving.

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