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Intro:
You’d never guess these came out of your own oven — these cinnamon sugar cruffins taste exactly like the ones you see behind the glass at a bakery.
They’re flaky, buttery, and rolled with warm cinnamon sugar, then baked until golden and crisp on the outside while staying soft in the center. If you love croissants and muffins, this pastry is the best of both worlds — and surprisingly doable at home.
Why You’ll Love These Cruffins
- Flaky like a croissant, soft like a muffin
- Warm cinnamon sugar flavor in every bite
- Looks bakery-made but uses simple steps
- Perfect for brunch, holidays, or special mornings
- Impressive pastry without complicated techniques
Ingredients
- Refrigerated crescent dough or croissant dough
- Unsalted butter, melted
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Ground cinnamon
Optional notes:
- Use croissant dough sheets for extra flakiness
- Adjust cinnamon to taste
- Add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness
How to Make Them
- Preheat your oven and grease a muffin tin well.
- Roll out the dough into a thin rectangle.
- Brush generously with melted butter.
- Sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Slice lengthwise, then roll each strip into a spiral.
- Place spirals into the muffin tin.
- Bake until golden brown and crisp.
Pro Tips & Variations
- Extra flaky: Chill the rolled dough briefly before slicing
- Sweeter finish: Brush with butter and toss in cinnamon sugar after baking
- Glazed version: Drizzle with vanilla icing once cooled
- Holiday twist: Add orange zest or nutmeg to the sugar
- Stuffed cruffins: Pipe vanilla or cream cheese filling into the center
Serving Ideas
- Serve warm for breakfast or brunch
- Pair with coffee or a latte
- Add to a pastry board for gatherings
- Perfect for weekend baking or special occasions
Conclusion
These cinnamon sugar cruffins bring bakery-level pastry right into your kitchen. They’re flaky, comforting, and guaranteed to disappear fast once they hit the table.
If you’ve been looking for a pastry that feels special without being intimidating, this is one you’ll want to make again and again. Save it for your next cozy baking day.
