Description
Discover the magic of cruffins! This flaky, buttery treat blends the best of croissants and muffins, creating a crispy outside with a soft, airy center. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, sliced thin
- 1 ¼ cups warm milk
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp salt
- Optional fillings: chocolate ganache, jam, or whipped cream
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Make Dough: Combine flour, salt, egg, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth (about 10 minutes). Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Prepare Butter Layers: Roll out dough into a rectangle. Layer with cold butter slices. Fold dough over butter and roll out again. Repeat 3-4 times, chilling between folds if necessary.
- Shape Cruffins: Roll dough into a log and slice into equal portions. Place each slice into a greased muffin tin. Let rise for 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Add Fillings: Once cool, inject fillings with a pastry bag. Dust with powdered sugar or glaze as desired.
Notes
- Cold Butter is Key: To achieve those signature flaky layers, keep your butter cold during the lamination process. If the butter starts melting, chill the dough before continuing.
- Don’t Overwork the Dough: Handle the dough gently to avoid overdeveloping the gluten, which can result in a dense and tough texture.
- Allow Proper Rising Time: Give the dough enough time to rise during each step. This ensures your cruffins will be light and airy inside while maintaining a crisp, golden exterior.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes