Cinnamon Sugar Flaky Cruffins (Print Version)
Flaky layers swirled with fragrant cinnamon sugar, these cruffins offer a flavorful breakfast treat.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Dough
01 - 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
05 - 1 cup warm milk
06 - 1 large egg, at room temperature
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
→ Butter Layer
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating
09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
# Directions:
01 - In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
02 - Add warm milk and the egg to the dry mixture. Mix on low speed until a cohesive dough forms. Incorporate softened butter and knead for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
03 - Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let proof in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in volume.
04 - Line a 12-cup muffin tin with parchment paper strips to facilitate removal.
05 - Punch down dough and divide into 2 equal portions. Roll each half into a thin rectangle approximately 12 by 15 inches.
06 - Evenly spread half of the softened butter over each rectangle.
07 - Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up each rectangle to form a log.
08 - Slice each log lengthwise to expose layers, creating 4 strips per log. With the cut sides facing outward, coil each strip into a spiral and tuck the end underneath.
09 - Place each spiral into the prepared muffin tin. Cover loosely and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes until puffy.
10 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
11 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and fully baked.
12 - Allow cruffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
13 - While cruffins are still warm, brush each with melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar mixture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses easy pantry staples found in most kitchens
- No specialized pastry training needed to achieve impressive flaky layers
- Ready in about two hours including rising time
- Loved by kids and adults alike and always makes the kitchen smell incredible
02 -
- Rich in flavor thanks to simple but quality butter and cinnamon
- Stays soft for a day but best eaten warm
- Can be filled with jam or chocolate for added decadence
03 -
- Using a stand mixer makes kneading easier but you can also knead by hand just be patient and watch for sticky but smooth dough
- Do not rush the rise times this develops both flavor and tenderness
- Roll the dough as evenly as possible to get the most impressive layers and to ensure even baking