Description
Indulge in the fluffy, flaky goodness of Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins, where each bite transports you to pastry paradise. Infused with warm cinnamon and sugar, these delightful treats are perfect for breakfast or a sweet afternoon snack. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for any gathering, they’re sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup milk (warm)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- Additional sugar for topping
Instructions
- Warm milk until just warm to the touch. Sprinkle in yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Stir well.
- Add frothy yeast mixture, beaten eggs, and melted butter to dry ingredients. Mix until combined; knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle (¼ inch thick). Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture. Roll tightly into a log.
- Cut log into 12 equal pieces and place upright in greased muffin tins. Let rise for another 30 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cruffin (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg