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Homemade Cruffins

Homemade Cruffins
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These homemade cruffins are a delightful combination of a croissant and a muffin. Flaky, buttery, and perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm milk (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, for brushing
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in the remaining sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 6 equal pieces.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece of dough into a very thin rectangle (about 12×6 inches).
  8. Brush each rectangle generously with melted butter.
  9. Starting from one long side, tightly roll up each rectangle into a log.
  10. Cut each log in half lengthwise.
  11. Twist the two halves together, then coil the twisted dough into a spiral, tucking the ends underneath.
  12. Place each cruffin into a greased muffin tin.
  13. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.
  14. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  15. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  16. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  17. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, use good quality butter.
  • You can add fillings like chocolate chips, cinnamon sugar, or fruit preserves before rolling.
  • Cruffins are best enjoyed fresh on the day they are made.
  • Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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