Introduction
If you’re looking for a pastry that feels like a cozy brunch treat but tastes like a slice of peach pie, Peach Pie Cruffins are exactly what you need. These delightful hybrids combine the flakiness of a croissant with the convenience of a muffin, creating a spiral-shaped pastry filled with sweet peach preserves, a hint of cinnamon, and topped with a simple glaze.
Made with refrigerated crescent dough, they’re surprisingly quick to prepare, yet deliver a homemade, bakery-style experience. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these cruffins bring warmth, sweetness, and a touch of nostalgic charm.
Why You’ll Love These Cruffins
- Effortless yet fancy: Using store-bought crescent dough saves time, but the result looks like it came from a bakery.
- Perfect peach flavor: Peach preserves give a rich, fruity taste, balanced by the warmth of cinnamon.
- Flaky texture: The dough’s spiral shape creates delicate layers, just like a croissant.
- Portable & shareable: Easy to serve and perfect for brunch or dessert tables.
- Sweet glaze finish: A creamy icing drizzled on top adds the perfect sweet touch.
Ingredients
- 3 cans of refrigerated crescent dough
- 1 cup peach preserves
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin. - Make the Peach Mixture
Mix peach preserves with cinnamon until well combined. - Prepare the Dough
Unroll each can of crescent dough onto a clean surface and press the seams to form rectangles. - Fill & Roll
Spread about one-third cup of the peach mixture evenly over each dough rectangle. Starting from the long edge, tightly roll each rectangle into a log. - Shape the Cruffins
Cut each log in half lengthwise to create strips, then twist each strip gently and roll it into a spiral, placing it in the muffin tin. - Bake
Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the cruffins are golden, puffy, and crisp around the edges. - Make the Glaze
Whisk together the powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth and creamy. - Finish
Once the cruffins come out of the oven, drizzle the glaze over the warm pastries. Allow them to cool slightly before removing from the tin.
Tips & Variations
- Use high-quality peach preserves for the best flavor.
- Brush melted butter on the dough before adding the peach mixture for extra richness.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar or chopped nuts on top before baking for added texture.
- Try different flavors: mixed berry preserves or a layer of sweetened cream cheese under the peach filling.
Storage & Reheating
- Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes to restore flakiness.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a cruffin?
cruffin is a hybrid pastry — part croissant, part muffin — baked in a muffin tin.
Can I use fresh peaches instead of peach preserves?
Yes! Dice and cook fresh peaches with sugar and cinnamon until thick and jam-like, then use as the filling.
Do I need to use crescent dough?
Crescent dough is convenient and works well, but puff pastry can give a flakier, more buttery result.
How do I prevent the filling from leaking out?
Roll the dough tightly, twist tightly before shaping, and don’t overfill the strips.
How sweet is the glaze? Can I skip it?
The glaze is sweet and creamy, but you can reduce the sugar or skip it entirely if you prefer less sweetness.
Final Thoughts
Peach Pie Cruffins are a delightful combination of buttery, flaky layers and sweet peach filling. Easy to make at home yet bakery-style, they’re perfect for brunch, dessert, or gifting. With a simple ingredient list and a show-stopping twist, they’re bound to become one of your favorite treats.