Easy Gluten Free Cruffins Recipe

Who can resist the flaky, buttery goodness of a cruffin?

When you blend the savory delight of a muffin and the luscious texture of a croissant, you create a treat that’s nothing short of heavenly. This Easy Gluten Free Cruffins recipe is not only simple to whip up but it’s bursting with sweet cinnamon swirls that make each bite feel like a warm hug. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these cruffins are destined to become your new obsession!

Why make this recipe

You’ll want to dive into this recipe for several irresistible reasons. First off, it’s a one-bowl wonder that saves you from a mountain of dishes – a true win for any kitchen. Plus, they’re gluten-free, so you can indulge without the “uh-oh” belly bloat! And let’s be real, nothing beats the smell of freshly baked goods wafting through your home. Who wouldn’t want that?

Ingredients

You don’t need fancy stuff — just these basics!

• 2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon cane sugar
• 1 cup milk (*See notes)
• 3 cups gluten free flour blend (*See note!)
• ½ cup cane sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (frozen)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ½ cup cane sugar (*See note)
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• ¼ cup cane sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Warm the milk to 110º F. Add the sugar and yeast. Let it sit until frothy.
2. Preheat your oven to 200º F.
3. Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl.
4. Grate the frozen butter directly into the flour mix.
5. Pour in the yeast mixture and add the vanilla. Mix gently until just combined.
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Spread the sugar-cinnamon mix on top.
7. Cut into strips and roll them up like little logs. Place in a muffin pan.
8. Let them rise until they puff up a bit.
9. Bake until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and roll in the sugar-cinnamon mix.

How to make Easy Gluten Free Cruffins Recipe (Overview)

Picture this: you’re wrangling a lovely dough that’s about to become the star of your kitchen. First, you warm up that milk and let the yeast wake up! While it froths, you effortlessly mix dry ingredients and grate cold butter like a pro. Once mixed, roll it out, sprinkle it with cinnamon-sugar goodness, and roll it up to await its muffin pan debut. You’ve got this!

Pro tip: Make sure your butter is super cold for the flakiest texture, and don’t rush the rising time!

How to serve Easy Gluten Free Cruffins Recipe

Once golden and warm, these cruffins are perfect on their own, but let’s get creative! Drizzle a little honey or slather some organic jam on top to give them a kick. For an Instagram-worthy treat, add a sprinkle of powdered sugar for that lovely white contrast. As they cool, the buttery aroma fills the air, tempting everyone in the house to grab one (or three!).

How to store Easy Gluten Free Cruffins Recipe

Store these beauties in an airtight container for about 3-4 days at room temperature. Have a bunch left over? Freeze them for up to a month! Just reheat them in the toaster oven for a few minutes or until slightly warmed again. It’s like reliving the fresh-out-of-the-oven magic!

Tips to make Easy Gluten Free Cruffins Recipe

• Freeze your butter ahead of time! Trust me, it’s a game changer for getting that flaky texture.
• If you don’t have gluten-free flour, you can try a regular flour blend, but keep the dough work gentle.
• Feeling adventurous? Experiment with the filling! A bit of chocolate or maybe some nut butter can spice things up.

Variation

Want to make it vegan? No problem! Swap the butter for coconut oil and use a dairy-free milk alternative. Feeling cheeky? Toss in some chocolate chips or nuts to add a little crunch and richness!

FAQs

Can I use a different flour blend?
Sure! Just make sure it’s a good gluten-free blend that can substitute 1:1.

Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough, shape it, and then refrigerate it overnight before baking the next morning.

What if I don’t have active dry yeast?
You can use instant yeast instead — no need to froth it in warm milk! Just mix it directly with your dry ingredients.

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Easy Gluten Free Cruffins

Indulge in these delicious gluten-free cruffins, combining the flaky texture of croissants with the sweet delight of muffins, filled with cinnamon swirls.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dough Ingredients

• 2.5 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon cane sugar
• 1 cup milk (*See notes) Should be warmed to 110º F.
• 3 cups gluten free flour blend (*See note!) You can also use regular flour blend.
• 0.5 cup cane sugar For the filling.
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (frozen) Grate directly into flour mix.
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon For the filling.
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted) For brushing before rolling in sugar-cinnamon mix.
• 0.25 cup cane sugar For rolling after baking.
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon For rolling after baking.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Warm the milk to 110º F and add the sugar and yeast. Let it sit until frothy.
2. Preheat your oven to 200º F.
3. Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl.
4. Grate the frozen butter directly into the flour mix.
5. Pour in the yeast mixture and add the vanilla. Mix gently until just combined.

Shaping

1. Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Spread the sugar-cinnamon mix on top.
2. Cut into strips and roll them up like little logs. Place in a muffin pan.

Baking

1. Let them rise until they puff up a bit.
2. Bake until golden brown. Brush with melted butter and roll in the sugar-cinnamon mix.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for about 3-4 days at room temperature. Freeze leftovers for up to a month and reheat in a toaster oven.