Churro Cruffins Recipe
Churro Cruffins combine the flaky, buttery layers of puff pastry with the classic cinnamon sugar coating of churros, fried to golden perfection for a crispy, sweet treat that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 cruffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For Frying
- Vegetable oil, for frying (enough to fill 1–2 inches in the skillet or pot)
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a clean surface and brush it lightly with the melted unsalted butter to add flavor and help with browning during frying.
- Shape the Cruffins: Roll the buttered pastry sheet into a log shape. Then, carefully slice the log into 8 equal round pieces. Using your fingers, gently fan out each round into a rosette shape by tucking the edges under to create the cruffin’s characteristic layered look.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, filling it to about 1 to 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer to maintain the correct frying temperature.
- Fry the Cruffins: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, carefully place the shaped cruffins into the hot oil seam-side down. Fry each side for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cruffins are puffed up and golden brown on all sides.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fried cruffins using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil while still warm.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Roll the warm cruffins thoroughly in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated to mimic classic churro flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy the churro cruffins immediately for the best crispness and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature is steady at 350°F to achieve crispy, evenly cooked cruffins without absorbing too much oil.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying; this helps maintain oil temperature and promotes crispy texture.
- Use paper towels to drain excess oil to keep cruffins from becoming soggy.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; cruffins can be reheated in a toaster oven briefly if needed.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day but note that crispness diminishes with time.
Keywords: Churro cruffins, puff pastry dessert, cinnamon sugar treat, fried pastry, churro inspired
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