Flaky Peach Pie Cruffins

Flaky crescent roll dough enveloped in sweet peach preserves and cinnamon is transformed into delightful cruffins with a swirl of cream glaze. These Peach Pie Crescent Cruffins offer a simple way to enjoy a classic pie flavor with less fuss and a lot of fun.

This recipe is a favorite in my kitchen especially when I need a crowd-pleaser without spending hours baking. The warm cruffins fresh from the oven create a comforting aroma that always draws everyone to the table.

Ingredients

• Crescent roll dough: Three cans refrigerated crescent roll dough makes shaping easy and flaky just like fresh pastry
• Peach preserves or jam: One cup provides natural sweetness and juicy fruit flavor, choose a quality preserve with visible peach pieces if possible
• Ground cinnamon: One teaspoon enhances the peaches with warm spice notes
• Powdered sugar: Half a cup for the glaze brings sweetness and a delicate finish
• Heavy whipping cream: Three tablespoons adds richness to the glaze for a smooth drizzle

Ingredients

When selecting peach preserves look for ones with minimal additives and bright, fruity flavor to keep the filling as fresh tasting as possible.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Your Pan:

Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners to prevent sticking. Clear a clean counter space for rolling and assembling the cruffins.

Mix Filling:

In a small bowl combine the peach preserves with the ground cinnamon. Stir thoroughly so the cinnamon is evenly matched through the preserves ensuring every bite has a hint of spice.

Roll Out Dough:

Open the first can of crescent roll dough and unroll it carefully on the work surface. Press the perforated seams firmly with your fingers or a rolling pin to form one continuous rectangle that will roll evenly.

Spread Filling:

Evenly layer about one third cup of the peach-cinnamon mixture over the dough rectangle leaving a quarter inch border free to seal the edges cleanly later.

Roll and Slice Dough:

Starting at the long edge roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log in half across to create two pieces. Then cut each half lengthwise to expose the spiral layers and filling making four strips in total.

Shape Cruffins:

Twist each strip gently to reveal more of the filling inside. Roll each strip into a spiral, tuck the end underneath for a neat base, and place the cruffin spiral side up into muffin cups.

Repeat:

Perform the filling, rolling, slicing, twisting, and placing steps with the remaining two cans of dough until the muffin tin is fully filled with twelve cruffins.

Bake until Golden:

Place the tin in the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the cruffins puff up and turn a golden brown color. Let them cool for five minutes in the tin to set before glazing.

Make Glaze:

Whisk the powdered sugar with heavy cream until smooth and pourable. Add more sugar or cream to get the desired thickness for drizzling.

Glaze and Serve:

Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm cruffins allowing it to seep into the swirled layers. Move the muffins to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

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My favorite part is the cinnamon-spiced peach preserves that remind me of summer afternoons with family. Each cruffin brings a little nostalgia wrapped in tender layers.

Storage Tips

Store leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days to keep the crust crisp. For longer storage freeze in a zip-top bag and thaw when needed.

Ingredient Substitutions

You can substitute apricot or strawberry preserves if you prefer a different fruit flavor with the same effect. Use cream cheese in the glaze mix for a tangier finish that balances the sweetness nicely.

Serving Suggestions

These cruffins pair wonderfully with freshly brewed coffee or a spiced chai tea. Add fresh peach slices or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert presentation.

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Cultural Context

Cruffins are a modern hybrid inspired by croissants and muffins combining flaky layers and individual portions, originally popularized in Australian and American bakeries. Adding peach preserves here gives a homemade twist that feels both classic and fresh.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What type of dough works best for these cruffins?

Refrigerated crescent roll dough is ideal due to its layers and easy handling, which creates the flaky texture after baking.

→ Can I substitute peach preserves with another fruit?

Yes, other preserves like apricot or raspberry can be used, but peach gives a mellow sweetness that pairs well with cinnamon.

→ How can I ensure the glaze coats the cruffins evenly?

Drizzle the glaze over the cruffins while they're still warm to allow it to seep into the folds and layers for maximum flavor.

→ What is the best way to shape the cruffins for uniform baking?

After rolling the dough with filling, slice and twist each strip before placing upright in muffin cups to maintain shape and even baking.

→ How should cruffins be stored if not eaten immediately?

Store them at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two days. Reheat briefly to regain crispness before serving.