Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe

Introduction

Cheesy Garlic Cruffins are a delightful blend of flaky crescent roll dough, rich garlic butter, and melty cheddar cheese. Perfect for breakfast or a savory snack, these cruffins combine the best of croissants and muffins in one irresistible treat.

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 the 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 dough to a 12×16-inch rectangle. If using perforated crescent roll dough, pinch the seams to seal.
3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, 1 tablespoon chopped chives, and 1 tablespoon minced garlic.
4. Step 4: Spread about one-third of the butter mixture evenly over one sheet of dough.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the buttered dough.
6. Step 6: Starting at the long end, roll the dough tightly into a log.
7. Step 7: Cut the log in half, then cut each half lengthwise in half again, creating four sections of dough.
8. Step 8: Repeat Steps 4 to 7 with the remaining two dough sheets and cheese, resulting in 12 sections total.
9. Step 9: Working with one section at a time, roll it tightly into a cinnamon roll shape with the layered side facing outward. Tuck in the end to secure the shape.
10. Step 10: Place each rolled cruffin into the prepared muffin tin. Repeat with all sections.
11. Step 11: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
12. Step 12: While baking, mix together melted butter, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chopped chives, and kosher salt in a small bowl.
13. Step 13: Remove cruffins from the oven and brush generously with the garlic butter mixture while still warm.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, swap mild cheddar with sharp cheddar or a blend of cheeses like mozzarella and Parmesan.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter.
• Ensure the dough is well sealed to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
• Use fresh garlic for the best aroma, but garlic powder works in a pinch.

Storage

Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To refresh, warm them in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes or microwave briefly until heated through. These cruffins can also be frozen before baking; bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade crescent roll dough?

Yes, homemade dough works well. Just be sure it’s rolled out to the proper size and sealed well to hold the filling.

Are cruffins best served warm or cold?

Cruffins are best enjoyed warm to fully appreciate the melty cheese and fragrant garlic butter. Reheat leftovers gently for the best experience.

Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe

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Delight in these Cheesy Garlic Cruffins, a perfect blend of flaky crescent roll dough layered with garlic butter and mild cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection and finished with a flavorful garlic chive butter glaze. Ideal for a savory breakfast or snack.

• Author: Nora
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 cruffins 1x
• Category: Breakfast, 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 and 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 together firmly to seal.
3. Make Garlic Butter: In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup softened unsalted butter with 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives and 1 tablespoon minced garlic. Mix well.
4. Spread Garlic Butter and Cheese: Spread about one-third of the garlic butter mixture evenly over one sheet of dough. Then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mild cheddar cheese evenly on top of the butter layer.
5. Roll Dough into Log: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log shape.
6. Cut the Logs: Cut the log in half lengthwise, then cut each half in half again lengthwise, creating four long, thin strips from each log half. Repeat with the other two dough sheets, resulting in 12 strips total.
7. Shape Cruffins: Working with one section at a time, roll each strip into a cinnamon roll style spiral with the cheese and butter layers visible on the outside. Tuck the end of the dough underneath to secure.
8. Place in Muffin Tin and Bake: Place each rolled cruffin into the prepared muffin tin slots. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
9. Prepare Garlic Butter Glaze: While the cruffins bake, whisk together 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon finely chopped chives, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt in a small bowl.
10. Brush Garlic Butter on Warm Cruffins: Remove the cruffins from the oven and immediately brush the garlic butter glaze generously over the warm rolls.

Notes

• Seal perforated crescent dough seams well to prevent filling leakage.
• Ensure butter is softened for easy spreading.
• Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
• Use sharp cheddar for a stronger flavor if preferred.

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