Description

Churro Cruffins combine the flaky, buttery layers of a classic French cruffin with the sweet, cinnamon-sugar flavor reminiscent of Mexican churros. These delightful pastry treats are made from puff pastry, brushed with cinnamon-sugar and butter, rolled into spirals, baked until golden and flaky, and optionally filled with luscious dulce de leche or Nutella for an irresistible dessert or treat.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)

Optional Filling

¼ cup dulce de leche or Nutella

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a standard muffin tin to prevent sticking.
Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly to create the signature churro coating.
Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet completely. Brush the entire surface evenly with the melted butter, then generously sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the buttered surface.
Add Filling (Optional): If desired, spread a thin, even layer of dulce de leche or Nutella over the cinnamon-sugar coated puff pastry for a rich, creamy interior.
Roll and Slice: Starting from the long edge, roll the puff pastry tightly into a log. Carefully slice the log in half lengthwise to expose its delicate layers.
Shape the Cruffins: Twist each half gently into a spiral, then coil each spiral to form a rose shape, tucking any ends underneath to secure.
Place in Muffin Tin: Position each shaped spiral into a muffin cup, spacing them evenly to allow for expansion during baking.
Bake: Bake the cruffins for 18–22 minutes until they are puffed and have achieved a golden brown color.
Finish and Cool: Remove the cruffins from the oven, brush immediately with any remaining melted butter, and roll or sprinkle them with extra cinnamon-sugar for an enhanced flavor. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra richness and presentation, dust the cruffins with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze once cooled.
These cruffins are best enjoyed fresh on the same day they are made, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days without losing flavor or texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cruffin
Calories: 240
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg