Description
These Irresistible Churro Cruffins combine the flaky, buttery layers of puff pastry with the classic sweet cinnamon sugar coating of churros, baked to golden perfection in a muffin tin. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack, these cruffins offer a delightful spiral shape, crunchy sugar coating, and soft, flaky center reminiscent of your favorite carnival treat in an easy-to-make format.
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry Cruffins
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line it with muffin papers to ensure the cruffins can be removed easily after baking.
- Roll Puff Pastry: Place the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Roll each sheet out until slightly thinner, about 1/8 inch thick, to enhance flakiness when baked.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly for an even spice distribution.
- Cut and Stack Pastry: Cut each pastry sheet into rectangles measuring roughly 4 by 6 inches. For best results, stack two rectangles together to create 6 stacks total, allowing for a layered and flaky texture.
- Apply Butter and Cinnamon Sugar: Brush the top of each stacked rectangle generously with melted butter, then sprinkle thoroughly with the cinnamon sugar mixture to ensure a crunchy, sweet coating.
- Roll into Spirals: Roll each buttered and sugared stack up into a tight spiral or log shape. Stand each spiral upright and place it into a muffin cup, which will shape the cruffins as they bake.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Beat together the egg and milk. Brush the tops of each cruffin with this mixture to give the baked goods a shiny, golden-brown finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cruffins have puffed up and are a deep golden brown, indicating they are fully cooked and crispy on the edges.
- Finish with Butter and Sugar: After removing from the oven and allowing them to cool slightly, brush the tops with additional melted butter and roll in more cinnamon sugar if you want an extra sweet and crunchy finish.
Notes
- Ensure puff pastry sheets are properly thawed before rolling to avoid tears.
- Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter helps achieve clean rectangular cuts.
- For enhanced flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar.
- Serve warm for the best flaky texture and fresh-baked aroma.
- Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
