Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe

Introduction

Cheesy Garlic Cruffins combine the flaky texture of a croissant with the convenience of a muffin, filled with savory garlic butter and mild cheddar cheese. They’re perfect for a flavorful breakfast or a satisfying snack any time of day.

Ingredients

• 3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll sheets
• ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 3 cups (339 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly spray a standard 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. Step 2: On a lightly floured surface, roll out each tube of crescent roll dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle. If your dough has perforations, pinch the seams to seal them tightly.
3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup softened butter, 1 tablespoon chives, and 1 tablespoon minced garlic. Spread about one-third of this garlic butter mixture evenly over one sheet of dough.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the buttered dough.
5. Step 5: Starting from the long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut this log in half, then cut each half lengthwise to create four sections of dough.
6. Step 6: Repeat the butter spreading, cheese sprinkling, rolling, and cutting with the remaining two sheets of dough. You will end up with 12 sections total.
7. Step 7: Take one dough section at a time with the layered side facing out and roll it tightly into a cinnamon roll shape, tucking in the end piece to seal.
8. Step 8: Place each rolled cruffin into the prepared muffin tin. Repeat until all 12 cruffins are placed.
9. Step 9: Bake the cruffins for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Step 10: While baking, prepare the garlic butter topping by whisking together 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chopped chives, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
11. Step 11: When the cruffins come out of the oven, brush the garlic butter mixture generously over each warm cruffin before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use sharp cheddar or a blend of cheeses like mozzarella and Parmesan for a different flavor profile.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter.
• Ensure the dough seams are well sealed to prevent cheese from leaking while baking.

Storage

Store any leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes to restore crispness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade dough instead of crescent roll sheets?

Yes, homemade puff pastry or croissant dough works well as a substitute. Just make sure to roll it to similar dimensions for even baking.

Can I prepare the cruffins ahead of time and bake later?

Absolutely! You can assemble the cruffins and keep them covered in the refrigerator overnight. Allow them to come to room temperature before baking for best results.

Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe

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Cheesy Garlic Cruffins are a delicious hybrid of croissants and muffins, filled with mild cheddar cheese and infused with a luscious garlic-chive butter. Made using refrigerated crescent roll dough, these savory treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack. They are easy to prepare, baked to a golden brown, and topped with a flavorful garlic butter glaze.

• Author: Naya
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 cruffins 1x
• Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough and Filling

• 3 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll sheets
• ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 3 cups (339 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded, divided

Garlic Butter Topping

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a standard 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Set aside.
2. Roll out dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out each tube of crescent roll dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle. If using perforated dough, pinch the seams to seal so the cheese does not leak.
3. Make garlic butter for filling: In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup softened butter, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives. Mix well to create your garlic butter spread.
4. Spread butter and sprinkle cheese: Spread about one-third of the garlic butter mixture evenly over one dough sheet. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mild cheddar cheese evenly over the buttered dough.
5. Roll up dough tightly: Starting at the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. This ensures the cheesy layers stay compact.
6. Cut dough logs: Cut the log in half lengthwise, then cut each half lengthwise again to make four sections. Repeat this process with the remaining two dough sheets, so you have 12 sections total.
7. Shape cruffins: Working one dough section at a time with the layered side facing out, roll it into a cinnamon roll shape. Tuck in the end piece to secure the roll.
8. Place in muffin tin: Arrange each rolled cruffin into the prepared muffin tin cups. Repeat until all 12 are placed.
9. Bake cruffins: Bake the cruffins in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Prepare garlic butter topping: While baking, whisk together melted 3 tablespoons butter, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chopped chives, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt in a small bowl.
11. Brush butter over warm cruffins: Once baked, immediately brush the warm garlic butter mixture generously over each cruffin to add flavor and shine.

Notes

• Make sure to pinch seams when using perforated crescent rolls to prevent cheese from oozing out during baking.
• Use room temperature butter for easier mixing and even spreading.
• Try swapping mild cheddar with sharp cheddar or a blend of cheeses for different flavor profiles.
• If you don’t have chives, you can substitute with finely chopped green onions or parsley.
• These cruffins are best enjoyed warm but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to regain crispness.

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