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Easy Gluten Free Cruffins

Delightful gluten-free treats that combine the fluffy texture of muffins with the flaky goodness of croissants, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten Free
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2.5 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon cane sugar for yeast activation
  • 1 cup milk warm to 110º F
  • 3 cups gluten free flour blend ensure it contains xanthan gum
  • 0.5 cup cane sugar for dough
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (frozen) grated
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup cane sugar for rolling
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon for rolling
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted) for brushing
  • 0.25 cup cane sugar for rolling
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon for rolling

Method
 

Preparation
  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. In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients: gluten-free flour, ½ cup cane sugar, and salt.
  4. Grate the frozen butter into the flour mixture using a cheese grater.
  5. Add the yeast mixture and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix gently until combined.
Shaping and Rising
  1. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. Spread the sugar and cinnamon mixture over it.
  2. Cut the dough into strips, then roll each strip into a tight swirl.
  3. Place the rolled dough in a muffin pan. Let them rise for about 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Bake the cruffins in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Brush with melted butter and roll in the sugar-cinnamon mixture while warm.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature before starting. If dough is too sticky, add more gluten-free flour. Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor.