Description
Flaky, buttery, and packed with melty cheese and garlic, these Cheesy Garlic Cruffins are the perfect savory pastry! A delicious combination of croissants and muffins, they are great for breakfast, brunch, or a tasty snack. Learn how to make these bakery-style cruffins at home with this easy step-by-step recipe!
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups (375g) bread flour
- 1 packet (7g) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, warmed to 110°F (45°C)
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg, plus 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
Filling:
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup (115g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (50g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Topping (Optional):
- Chives, sesame seeds, or grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine bread flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and one egg. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Laminate the Dough: Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter over two-thirds of it, then fold like a letter. Chill for 30 minutes. Repeat the rolling and folding process twice more, chilling between each fold.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix softened butter with minced garlic and parsley. Set aside.
- Shape the Cruffins: Roll out the laminated dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread garlic butter evenly, leaving a border around the edges. Sprinkle cheeses generously. Cut into 12 equal portions and place in a greased muffin tin.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush tops with an egg wash and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chives, sesame seeds, or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Lamination Tip: Keep the dough and butter cold during lamination to achieve flaky layers. If the butter starts to melt, chill the dough before continuing.
- Cheese Variations: Swap cheddar and mozzarella with Gruyère, Parmesan, or Monterey Jack for different flavors.
- Storage: Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- Freezing: Freeze unbaked cruffins in the muffin tin, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Dietary Adjustments: Use gluten-free flour or dairy-free butter and cheese for dietary modifications.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including dough resting & lamination)
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Breads, Savory Pastries
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 Cruffins
- Calories: ~350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g