Peach Pie Cruffins

Short Description

Peach Pie Cruffins are a delightful fusion of flaky crescent dough, sweet peach preserves, and warm cinnamon, all baked into a muffin-shaped pastry. Topped with a smooth powdered sugar glaze, these cruffins offer the comforting flavors of peach pie in a convenient, handheld form.Recipes by Clare

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and Easy: Utilizes refrigerated crescent dough for a time-saving preparation.

• Versatile: Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

• Flavorful: Combines the classic taste of peach pie with the unique texture of a cruffin.

• Visually Appealing: The spiral shape and glossy glaze make for an impressive presentation.

Ingredients

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• 3 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent dough

• 1 cup peach preserves (with visible fruit pieces for texture)

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ cup powdered sugar, sifted

• 3 tablespoons heavy whipping creamLog in or sign up to view+4Miss in the Kitchen+4Miss in the Kitchen+4

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.Recipes by Clare+1KitchensDiary+1

2. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mix the peach preserves with ground cinnamon until well combined.Log in or sign up to view

3. Assemble Dough:

   • Unroll one can of crescent dough onto a clean surface, pressing the seams together to form a rectangle.

   • Spread approximately ⅓ cup of the peach mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

   • Starting from the long side, roll the dough into a log.

   • Cut the log in half crosswise, then slice each half lengthwise to create four strips.

   • Twist each strip and roll into a spiral shape, tucking the end underneath.Log in or sign up to view+5Miss in the Kitchen+5Miss in the Kitchen+5KitchensDiary+1Recipes by Clare+1Recipes by Clare+3TikTok+3KitchensDiary+3KitchensDiary+2Recipes by Clare+2Miss in the Kitchen+2

4. Repeat: Repeat the assembly process with the remaining cans of crescent dough and peach mixture, resulting in 12 cruffins.Recipes by Clare+1Miss in the Kitchen+1

5. Bake: Place the cruffins into the prepared muffin tin and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown.Recipes by Clare+2KitchensDiary+2Miss in the Kitchen+2

6. Prepare Glaze: While the cruffins are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar and heavy whipping cream until smooth.

7. Glaze Cruffins: Once baked, allow the cruffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then, drizzle the glaze over each cruffin and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Servings and Timing

• Servings: 12 cruffins

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes

• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

• Total Time: 35 minutes

Variations

• Fruit Substitutes: Use apricot, apple, or strawberry preserves in place of peach.

• Nutty Addition: Sprinkle chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds, over the filling before rolling.

• Spice It Up: Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the cinnamon for a spicier flavor profile.

Storage/Reheating

• Storage: Store cooled cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

• Refrigeration: For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days.

• Reheating: Warm in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5–7 minutes or microwave for 15–20 seconds.

• Freezing: Freeze unglazed cruffins for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature and warm before glazing.

FAQs

What exactly is a cruffin?

A cruffin is a hybrid pastry that combines elements of a croissant and a muffin. It typically involves laminated dough shaped and baked in a muffin tin, resulting in a flaky, layered pastry with a muffin-like appearance.

Can I use homemade peach preserves?

Yes, homemade peach preserves can be used. Ensure they have a thick consistency with visible fruit pieces for the best texture.

Peach Pie Cruffins

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• Author: Olivia
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 12 cruffins
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Peach Pie Cruffins are a delightful fusion of croissants and muffins, swirled with cinnamon-spiced peach preserves and baked to golden perfection. With flaky layers and a simple sugar glaze, these cruffins deliver the sweet, fruity taste of peach pie in a fun and easy-to-make pastry form — perfect for brunch or a sweet snack.

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Ingredients

For the Cruffins:

• 3 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent dough

• 1 cup peach preserves (with visible fruit pieces for texture)

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

• 1-2 tablespoons milk or cream (to thin glaze, as needed)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.

2. Unroll crescent dough and separate each can into two rectangles (press perforations to seal), making 6 rectangles total.

3. Spread each rectangle with peach preserves and sprinkle evenly with cinnamon.

4. Roll up each rectangle from the short end, jelly-roll style, then cut each roll in half lengthwise.

5. Twist each half into a spiral and coil into a muffin cup, cut side up, creating layers.

6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.

7. While cruffins cool slightly, prepare glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk or cream until smooth.

8. Drizzle glaze over warm cruffins before serving.

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Notes

• Use high-quality preserves for the best fruity flavor.

• Cruffins are best enjoyed warm but can be reheated gently in the oven.

• Optional: Dust with cinnamon sugar for added texture and flavor.