Cheesy Garlic Cruffins
A delightful fusion of croissants and muffins, these Cheesy Garlic Cruffins are buttery, flaky, and loaded with gooey cheese and garlic flavor. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, they’re easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Rolling Pin
- Muffin tin (standard 12-cup)
- Pastry brush
- - Knife or pizza cutter
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- For the Cruffins:
- 1 sheet puff pastry store-bought or homemade, thawed if frozen
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley optional
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven : Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter :
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and dried parsley (if using). Set aside.
- Cut and Layer the Puff Pastry :
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet slightly on a floured surface. Cut it into 12 equal squares.
- Brush each square lightly with the garlic butter mixture.
- Place one square in each muffin cup, pressing it gently into the bottom and sides to form a cup shape.
- Add the Cheese :
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese into each puff pastry cup.
- Top with another square of puff pastry, pressing the edges lightly to seal. Brush the tops with the remaining garlic butter.
- Bake the Cruffins :
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, or until the cruffins are golden brown and puffed up.
- Garnish and Serve :
- Let the cruffins cool slightly in the muffin tin, then transfer them to a serving plate. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Substitute mozzarella with cheddar, pepper jack, or a blend of cheeses for variety.
Use gluten-free puff pastry for a gluten-free version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Freeze unbaked cruffins on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 2–3
Use gluten-free puff pastry for a gluten-free version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Freeze unbaked cruffins on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 2–3