Peach Pie Cruffins Delight

These Peach Pie Cruffins bring together flaky crescent dough and a sweet peach filling for one of the most comforting treats I have ever baked. With minimal prep and a handful of ingredients, this recipe delivers golden swirls of bakery-style deliciousness that work for breakfast or dessert. They always disappear in minutes whenever I share them.

The first time I baked these on a slow Sunday morning, the kitchen filled with the aroma of peaches and cinnamon. My family instantly agreed we had a new favorite for weekends and holidays.

Ingredients

• Refrigerated crescent dough: Choose dough that’s fresh and pillowy for the flakiest layers
• Peach preserves: Try to use organic if you can for full fruit flavor and natural sweetness
• Ground cinnamon: This adds that classic peach pie taste and warmth
• Powdered sugar: Pick a fine powdered sugar for silky smooth glaze
• Heavy whipping cream: Use real cream for a rich and luscious drizzle

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

Set your oven to three hundred seventy five degrees Fahrenheit and line a twelve cup muffin tin with paper liners. This gives you a crisp edge and makes cleanup easy.

Mix the Peach Filling:

Combine the peach preserves and ground cinnamon in a bowl. Using a fork or spoon, stir until everything is fully blended and fragrant.

Prepare the Crescent Dough:

Carefully open the cans of crescent dough and unroll each sheet onto a lightly floured surface. Gently press the seams with your fingers so you have large rectangles without gaps.

Fill and Roll the Dough:

Take your peach mixture and evenly spread it over the surface of each rectangle. Make sure you get the filling right to the edges so every bite bursts with flavor.

Shape the Cruffins:

Roll up each rectangle into a snug log starting from the short side. With a sharp knife cut each log in half for more spirals. Twist the pieces gently into a spiral shape to get those classic cruffin layers.

Arrange and Bake:

Place each spiral into the muffin tin so the swirls face up. Bake for eighteen to twenty minutes until they puff up and turn golden brown on top.

Finish with Glaze:

While the cruffins are still slightly warm whisk powdered sugar and heavy cream together until smooth. Drizzle this rich glaze over the cruffins letting it run into the cracks for an irresistible look and taste.

Save

I always use organic peach preserves for their bright flavor. Once I made a double batch for my sister’s birthday brunch and not a single crumb was left.

Storage Tips

Store any leftover cruffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. If you want to keep them longer pop them in the fridge for up to five days but reheat briefly to restore that fresh baked softness.

Ingredient Substitutions

Feel free to swap the peach preserves for blueberry raspberry or even apricot if you prefer a different fruit flavor. You can also try apple pie spice in place of cinnamon for a fall twist.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these cruffins for a special breakfast alongside hot coffee or tuck them into lunchboxes for a sweet treat. They also make a charming dessert for picnics or potlucks dusted with extra powdered sugar.

Cultural and Historical Context

Cruffins are a modern pastry trend combining the flaky layers of a croissant with the fun shape of a muffin. This recipe gives a nod to classic American peach pie while making it approachable for any home baker.

Recipe FAQs

→ What type of dough works best for cruffins?

Refrigerated crescent dough sheets are ideal, as they are easy to work with and yield a soft, flaky texture.

→ Can I substitute other fruit preserves?

Yes, you can use blueberry, raspberry, or even apple preserves for a different flavor twist in your cruffins.

→ How do I know when the cruffins are fully baked?

The pastries should be golden brown and puffed up. Check after 18 minutes; they should easily release from the muffin tin.

→ What's the purpose of the glaze?

The glaze adds a sweet finish and subtle creaminess, balancing the fruit and pastry layers.

→ Can these be prepared in advance?

Yes, baked cruffins stay fresh for up to two days at room temperature. Glaze just before serving for best texture.