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Gluten-Free Cruffins Recipe

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Enjoy delicious gluten-free cruffins, a perfect hybrid of croissants and muffins, featuring a flaky, buttery dough rolled with cinnamon sugar and baked to golden perfection. This recipe offers a delightful gluten-free treat ideal for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Gluten-Free Dough

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Butter Layer and Filling

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. In a separate large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, sugar, and salt. Add softened butter, eggs, vanilla, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead lightly and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  2. Roll and Layer the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle approximately 12×16 inches. Brush the surface evenly with melted butter.
  3. Add Cinnamon Sugar: Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough.
  4. Shape the Cruffins: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces. Place each piece into a greased muffin tin, twisted slightly to create flaky layers.
  5. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cruffins for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove cruffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend that contains xanthan gum for best texture.
  • Ensure the milk temperature is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
  • For extra flakiness, chill the dough before rolling and layering.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
  • Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or glaze with icing for added sweetness.

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