Can I use puff pastry instead of crescent roll dough?

Absolutely! Puff pastry will give you an even flakier result, though the technique will be slightly different. You won't need to worry about perforations, but you should still create two layers with cinnamon sugar in between. The baking time might need to be adjusted, so keep an eye on them.

My cruffins didn't puff up as much as expected. What went wrong?

This could happen if the dough was overworked or if your oven wasn't hot enough when you put them in. Make sure your oven is fully preheated and try handling the dough as little as possible next time. Also check that your crescent dough wasn't past its expiration date.

Can I make these with a gluten-free crescent roll dough?

Yes, if you can find a gluten-free crescent roll dough, you can substitute it directly in this recipe. The texture might be slightly different, but the technique remains the same. You might need to adjust baking time slightly.

How do I know when the cruffins are done baking?

The cruffins should be visibly golden brown on top and feel firm to the touch. If you're unsure, you can gently lift one cruffin – the bottom should also look golden, not pale or doughy. If they're browning too quickly but still seem doughy, cover loosely with foil for the remaining bake time.

Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins Recipe

Description

Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins are a delightful hybrid between a croissant and a muffin, filled with sweet cinnamon-sugar flavors. Perfect for a sweet treat, breakfast, or snack!

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

- 2 cans crescent roll dough
- 2 Tbsp butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2–3 Tbsp flour, for rolling

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F to get it ready for baking.
Prepare the dough: Open both cans of croissant dough and roll them out on a floured surface, removing any perforations so you have a smooth sheet of dough.
Make the cinnamon-sugar mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
Layer and assemble: Spread a small amount of the melted butter onto one layer of croissant dough and sprinkle it with half of the sugar mixture. Then, place the second layer of croissant dough on top.
Shape the cruffins: Slice the layered dough into long strips. Roll each strip up, similar to how you would roll a cinnamon roll.
Dip in butter and cinnamon sugar: Dip each rolled strip into the remaining melted butter, then coat with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
Place in muffin tin: Place each roll into a prepared muffin tin. Make sure to spray the tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Bake the cruffins: Bake them in the oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the cruffins turn a beautiful golden brown.
Cool and serve: Once baked, remove the cruffins from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this delicious treat!

Notes

You can use parchment paper liners in the muffin tin for easier removal.
Adjust the amount of cinnamon to your preference if you like a stronger or milder cinnamon flavor.
Serve warm for the best taste!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 240
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 270mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg