Churro Cruffins
Churro Cruffins are a delightful pastry combining the flavors of churros and croissants.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- muffin tin
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
- ½ cup warm water
- ½ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Sugar Coating
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Filling [optional]
- 1 cup dulce de leche
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, instant yeast, salt, and warm water. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth. Let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough and spread softened butter over it.
- Roll the dough into a log and cut into pieces. Place each piece into a muffin tin.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Mix sugar and cinnamon for coating.
- Remove from oven, cool slightly, and coat with the sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- If using, fill with dulce de leche before serving.
Notes
You can adjust the sweetness by varying the sugar in the coating.