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Cruffins

Irresistible Cruffins: Flaky, Cinnamon-Sugar Perfection

Indulge in cruffins—flaky, cinnamon-sugar pastries that are a delightful fusion of croissants and muffins.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 cruffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup granulated sugar substitute with brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon swap with apple pie or pumpkin pie spice for a seasonal twist
For the Dough
  • 3 cans Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheets 8 oz each, base for flaky texture
  • 6 tablespoons butter softened; salted or unsalted can be used

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • measuring spoons
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cruffins
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease 12 cups of muffin tin.
  2. Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl, then set aside.
  3. Unroll one Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet into a 13x8-inch rectangle.
  4. Spread softened butter over the dough and sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  5. Roll the dough tightly from the long side and cut into 12 equal pieces.
  6. Place each piece cut side up into greased muffin cups and bake for approximately 18 minutes.
  7. Cool slightly, then coat each cruffin in remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cruffinCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure that butter is softened and keep an eye on the oven to avoid over-browning.

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