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Easy Cheesy Homemade Cruffins

Easy Cheesy Homemade Cruffins are a delightful fusion of croissants and muffins, offering a unique texture and flavor that’s sure to please any palate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Brunch, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Muffin Tin
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups All-purpose flour Provides the structure and texture.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant yeast Helps the dough rise quickly.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and strengthens dough.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances savory flavors and promotes browning.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Melted and slightly cooled for richness.
  • 1 cup Warm milk Hydrates the dough and activates yeast.

Filling

  • 1 cup Shredded cheese Use mozzarella or cheddar for filling.

Egg Wash

  • 1 large Egg For brushing on top before baking.

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well blended.
  • Step 2: In a separate bowl, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and allow it to cool slightly. Add 1 cup of warm milk to the melted butter and stir until combined.
  • Step 3: Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the butter and milk mixture into it. Gently mix with a spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Step 4: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  • Step 5: Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Step 6: After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, approximately 12×18 inches in size.
  • Step 7: Brush the surface of the dough with melted butter and sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the entire surface.
  • Step 8: Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log and cut the log into 12 equal pieces.
  • Step 9: Grease a muffin tin and place each piece of rolled dough into the cups, cut side up. Let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
  • Step 10: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare an egg wash by whisking one large egg and brush the tops of the cruffins.
  • Step 11: Bake the cruffins for 20-25 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
  • Step 12: Once baked, let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze the baked cruffins.
Keyword Cheesy, Easy