Those of us with a sweet tooth are often spoiled for choice when we visit the bakery – there are just so many cakes and pastries to choose from. Perennial favorites include muffins and croissants, but now you no longer need to pick one over the other, because the solution lies in cruffins! This invention is not just a combination of muffin and croissant in a word, but also in the preparation, with a result that will make the hearts of every baked good lover beat just that little bit faster.
Cruffins - Muffin and Croissant Hybrid
A delightful combination of muffins and croissants, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Muffin pan
- Whisk
- Cheese Grater
Ingredients
- 600 g flour
- 2 eggs
- 100 g soft butter
- 90 g sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 250 ml milk
- 2.5 tbsp dry yeast
- 45 g cocoa powder
- 105 g sugar
- 60 g flour
- 50 g butter
- 150 ml milk
- 100 g dark chocolate
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Mix together the flour, eggs, butter, sugar, and salt. Stir the yeast into the lukewarm milk before adding it to the flour mix. Knead until it no longer sticks. Cover and leave it to stand for an hour in a warm place.
- In a pan, combine cocoa powder, sugar, butter, flour, and milk. Heat and grate dark chocolate into the mix. Add a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and viscous. Pour into a bowl and let it cool.
- On a floured surface, roll the dough into a circle. Spread the filling evenly, leaving a margin around the edges. Fold two opposite sides into the middle, then fold one half over the other. Roll out again, fold in half lengthways, and repeat. Roll out one more time, fold long edges into the middle, and shape into a roll. Cut into pieces about 1 inch long.
- Place portions upright in a greased muffin pan. Bake for 25 minutes at 340°F in a convection oven.
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Notes
Tip: Try making the cruffins with a coconut or strawberry filling.
Whatever filling you use in your tasty pastry creation, it’ll be a real treat for anyone who tries them. And because they’re so easy to transport, you can take them to every birthday and celebration in your calendar!