Description
These Easy Gluten-Free Cruffins combine the flaky texture of croissants with the shape and convenience of muffins, perfect for a delightful breakfast or snack. Made with gluten-free flour and a cinnamon-sugar topping, they offer a sweet, buttery treat that’s simple to prepare and bake.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum if not included)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Topping Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Cut in the cold, cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, vanilla extract, and egg. Gradually add this wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
- Roll and Shape the Cruffins: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Brush the surface evenly with the melted butter. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, then sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough. Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 8 to 10 equal pieces that will form the individual cruffins.
- Bake the Cruffins: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the cruffin pieces upright in a greased muffin tin or place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until the cruffins turn golden brown and are cooked through. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Optional Topping: For extra sweetness and shine, you can brush the warm cruffins with additional melted butter and sprinkle with a little more cinnamon sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum included to help with the dough’s structure.
- Milk can be substituted with a non-dairy alternative like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
- Ensure the butter is cold when cutting it into the dry ingredients for a flakier texture.
- For best results, do not overmix the dough; handle it gently to keep it tender.
- Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
