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Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe

Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe - Your New Favorite Brunch Treat

Relive cozy brunch memories with these Cheesy Garlic Cruffins, featuring flaky pastry and a savory cheese filling. Perfect for spontaneous gatherings!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cruffins
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Brunch
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Whole wheat flour can be a healthy substitution
  • 1/2 cups Unsalted butter Melted, use high-quality butter for best flavor
  • 1 cup Warm milk 110°F/45°C, can use almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast Ensure yeast is fresh for optimum results
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar Helps activate the yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Substitute with fresh garlic for more flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Consider Gruyère or pepper jack for variation
  • 1/2 cups Grated Parmesan cheese Introduces sharpness to the filling
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, for an intense flavor
  • 1/4 cups Chopped fresh parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Muffin tin
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Activate the yeast: Mix warm milk with active dry yeast and let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: Whisk flour, sugar, salt, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  3. Make the dough: Add yeast mixture and melted butter to dry ingredients, stirring until shaggy.
  4. Knead the dough: Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic on a floured surface.
  5. Let it rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  6. Prepare the filling: Mix mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, and parsley in a bowl until well blended.
  7. Preheat the oven: Heat to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Roll out the dough: Roll into a rectangle, brush with butter, and sprinkle filling over it.
  9. Shape the cruffins: Roll tightly into a log, slice into 12 pieces, and arrange cut-side up in a greased muffin tin.
  10. Let them rise again: Cover with a towel and let rise for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  11. Bake to perfection: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
  12. Cool and serve: Allow to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack to serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cruffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store unfilled cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze individually for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.

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