Introduction
Churro Cruffins are here to steal the show and win your heart one sugary swirl at a time! With cinnamon sugar goodness tucked into every flaky layer, these treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet pick-me-up.
Detailed Ingredients with measures
- Puff pastry sheets
- Melted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Ground cinnamon
Preparation Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cruffins
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Get ready to fill your home with the heavenly scent of freshly baked cruffins.
2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets and brush them lightly with melted butter. Make sure each sheet is evenly coated—don’t be shy!
3. In a small bowl, mix together your cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle a generous amount over the buttered pastry sheets.
4. Roll up each pastry sheet tightly, like a cinnamon roll, and then slice into individual pieces. Think about how many cruffins you’d like to munch on!
5. Stand each slice in a muffin tin, ensuring the spirals are upright to get that awesome cruffin shape.
6. Pop them in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until they’re puffed and golden brown. Patience, young grasshopper, it’s worth it!
7. Once out of the oven, let them cool slightly. Then, brush again with melted butter and roll in more cinnamon sugar for that perfect churro cruffin finish.
Enjoy this sweet delight with your favorite coffee or tea!
Nutritional Information
Each sweet bite of Churro Cruffin gives you approximately:
Calories: 200
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 12g
Detailed Directions and Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Get ready to fill your home with the heavenly scent of freshly baked cruffins.
Step 2: Prepare the Puff Pastry
Roll out the puff pastry sheets and brush them lightly with melted butter. Make sure each sheet is evenly coated—don’t be shy!
Step 3: Create the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture
In a small bowl, mix together your cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle a generous amount over the buttered pastry sheets.
Step 4: Roll the Pastry Sheets
Roll up each pastry sheet tightly, like a cinnamon roll, and then slice into individual pieces. Think about how many cruffins you’d like to munch on!
Step 5: Arrange in Muffin Tin
Stand each slice in a muffin tin, ensuring the spirals are upright to get that awesome cruffin shape.
Step 6: Bake the Cruffins
Pop them in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until they’re puffed and golden brown. Patience, young grasshopper, it’s worth it!
Step 7: Final Touch
Once out of the oven, let them cool slightly. Then, brush again with melted butter and roll in more cinnamon sugar for that perfect churro cruffin finish.
Notes
Serving Suggestion
Enjoy this sweet delight with your favorite coffee or tea!
Nutritional Information
Each sweet bite of Churro Cruffin gives you approximately:
Calories: 200
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 12g
Cook techniques
Preheating the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even baking and a perfectly puffed cruffin.
Rolling Puff Pastry
Roll out the puff pastry sheets evenly; this helps create the flaky layers that make cruffins delightful.
Butter Application
Brush the melted butter generously over the pastry sheets to enhance flavor and promote browning during baking.
Mixing Cinnamon Sugar
Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon well to ensure an even distribution of flavor on the pastry.
Rolling Technique
Roll up each pastry sheet tightly for the best texture and to shape the cruffin correctly.
Standing in the Muffin Tin
Place the rolled slices in a muffin tin upright, which helps achieve the signature cruffin shape and enhances baking.
Baking Time
Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown to achieve that puffiness and perfect color.
Finishing Touch with Butter and Sugar
After baking, brushing with melted butter and rolling in cinnamon sugar adds an irresistible finish to your cruffins.
FAQ
Can I use frozen puff pastry?
Yes, frozen puff pastry works great! Just thaw it according to package instructions before use.
How do I store leftover cruffins?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
Can I make these ahead of time?
You can prepare them up to the baking step. Refrigerate the rolled pastry slices, then bake them when ready.
What can I substitute for cinnamon?
You might try nutmeg or pumpkin spice for a different flavor profile if you’re not a fan of cinnamon.
How can I customize my cruffins?
Feel free to add chocolate chips, nuts, or even a fruit filling before rolling for variety!
Conclusion
Churro Cruffins are an easy and delightful way to enjoy a sweet treat that can be tailored to your taste. With their flaky texture and cinnamon sugar topping, they truly create a winning combination.
