Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Cheesy Garlic Cruffins are a savory twist on the classic cruffin, blending the flaky, buttery layers of croissants with the bold flavors of garlic, cheese, and herbs. Golden and crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, they’re the ultimate appetizer, side dish, or snack!
✔ Flaky & Buttery Layers: Light, airy texture with a crispy crust.
✔ Cheesy & Garlicky Goodness: Every bite is loaded with savory flavors.
✔ Easy to Make: Uses store-bought puff pastry for a simple shortcut.
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for brunch, dinner sides, or party snacks!
Ingredients
For 6 cruffins, you’ll need:
For the Cruffin Dough:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Cheese Filling:
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little spice)
For Topping:
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted (for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Garlic Butter
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt.
Step 2: Roll & Fill the Cruffins
- Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet into a 12×12-inch rectangle.
- Brush the surface with the garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes evenly over the dough.
- Cut the sheet into 3 long strips, then roll each strip into a tight log.
- Slice each log in half lengthwise, exposing the layers.
- Roll each piece into a spiral shape (like a cinnamon roll).
Step 3: Bake the Cruffins
- Grease a muffin tin and place each cruffin into a muffin cup.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Step 4: Brush & Serve
- Remove from the oven and brush with extra melted butter.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve warm!
Nutrition Information (Per Cruffin)
(Approximate values based on ingredients used.)
- Calories: 230
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 14g
- Sodium: 310mg
Tips & Tricks for the Best Cheesy Garlic Cruffins
✔ Use High-Quality Puff Pastry: A buttery, all-butter puff pastry gives the best flaky layers.
✔ For Extra Crispiness: Bake in a preheated muffin tin for extra crunch at the base.
✔ Want More Flavor? Add a sprinkle of grated cheddar or smoked paprika before rolling.
✔ Make-Ahead Friendly: Prep the cruffins and freeze before baking—just bake straight from frozen!
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