Description
Delight in these Irresistible Churro Cruffins, a perfect fusion of flaky croissant layers and the sweet, cinnamon-spiced flavor of churros. Made with buttery puff pastry, cinnamon sugar, and finished with a glossy egg wash, these cruffins are baked to golden perfection and ideal as a unique breakfast treat or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Butter & Wash
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line with muffin papers to ensure easy removal of the cruffins after baking.
- Roll Puff Pastry: Place thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll each sheet until slightly thinner, about 1/8 inch thick, to enhance flakiness.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create a flavorful coating for the cruffins.
- Cut and Stack Pastry: Cut each pastry sheet into 4×6-inch rectangles. Stack two rectangles together to create six stacks total, which will provide the layered effect in the cruffins.
- Butter and Sugar the Stacks: Brush the top of each stacked set with melted butter, then generously sprinkle cinnamon sugar over each to ensure even coverage for that signature churro flavor.
- Form Cruffins: Roll each stack into a tight spiral or log shape, stand upright, and carefully place into each muffin cup of the tin.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg and whole milk together to create an egg wash, then brush the tops of each cruffin to achieve a shiny, golden finish once baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until the cruffins are puffed up and deeply golden brown on top, ensuring they are cooked through and beautifully flaky.
- Final Touch: After the cruffins cool slightly, brush lightly with more melted butter and roll in additional cinnamon sugar if desired for an extra-sweet and indulgent finish.
Notes
- Ensure puff pastry is well chilled before rolling to maintain the layers.
- Use fresh cinnamon for a more vibrant flavor.
- These cruffins are best enjoyed warm on the day they’re made for maximum flakiness and freshness.
- Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat in a low oven to restore crispness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.
