Description
Churro Cruffins are a delightful fusion of flaky croissants and sweet muffins, bringing the irresistible essence of churros into a fun new pastry. These treats are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them perfect for brunch, special occasions, or simply as an indulgent snack. Rolled in cinnamon sugar, they offer a warm, comforting flavor that appeals to everyone. Customize your cruffins with fillings like Nutella or dulce de leche for an extra layer of sweetness. With easy preparation steps and versatile options, Churro Cruffins will impress your guests and become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Optional fillings: Nutella, dulce de leche, or pastry cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets into rectangles about ⅛-inch thick and brush lightly with melted butter.
- Cut each sheet into four long strips, rolling them tightly into coils before placing each roll into the muffin tin.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl, brush warm cruffins with melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion (Spanish-inspired)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg