Flaky Homemade Cruffins (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Dough
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3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
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3/4 cup (180ml) warm milk
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1/4 cup (60ml) unsalted butter, melted
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1 egg
→ For the Butter Layers
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1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
→ Optional Fillings and Toppings
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Cinnamon sugar
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Jam or chocolate spread
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Grated cheese (for savory option)
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Powdered sugar or melted chocolate (for sweet cruffins)
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Flaky salt (for savory cruffins)
# Instructions:
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Mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a bowl. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg, then mix until a rough dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
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Punch down the dough and divide into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a thin rectangle, spread with softened butter, and add your chosen filling if desired. Roll into a log, then cut lengthwise to create two strips.
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Coil each strip with the cut layers facing outward and place in a greased muffin tin. Repeat with all dough pieces, then cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
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Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
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Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Add your favorite topping - dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with chocolate, or sprinkle with flaky salt.
# Notes:
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You can make the dough the night before and refrigerate it
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Cruffins keep at room temperature for 2 days or frozen for up to a month
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Try different fillings like lemon curd, Nutella, or savory options like pesto