Nutella Cruffins are a breakfast treat that can be made with just a handful of ingredients. Perfect for holidays, gifts, and cozy mornings.
Have you ever been in the mood for something sweet, flaky, and absolutely drool-worthy for breakfast? Yeah, me too, and today you are in for a treat!
Here we have layers of delicate crescent dough, slathered with velvety Nutella, rolled, and baked to a beautiful golden brown. Each bite is a delicious combo of flavors, from the flaky pastry dough to the rich, chocolatey center.
Sounds like heaven, doesn’t it? Welcome to the world of Nutella Cruffins! Whether you’re making these for breakfast or just an awesome snack, your whole family will love them. I guarantee it!
A perfect, delightful treat to start your morning or as a snack. These Nutella cruffins are a surefire way to bring a smile to anyone’s face.
The combination of flaky crescent rolls, the delicious spread of Nutella, and that final sprinkle of raw sugar creates a melody of flavors in every bite.
So, the next time you’re looking to whip up a delicious treat, remember this recipe. It’s not just a cruffin; it’s an experience. Enjoy!
Common Questions About Nutella Cruffins
What is a Cruffin?
A cruffin is a delightful mix between a croissant and a muffin. This flaky pastry dough creation, when filled with Nutella, takes on a rich, chocolatey twist.
Imagine a cinnamon roll meeting a croissant for the first time at a fancy breakfast café! Ha!
Do I really need a rolling pin?
Absolutely! The rolling pin helps to create those larger rectangles, smoothing out perforated lines, and making sure you get even layers of dough and Nutella.
Without it, your cruffins may not have the layered look and texture that you really want.
How do I know when my cruffins are ready?
When the edges of the dough turn a perfect golden brown, and the tops have that lovely sugary crust from the raw sugar, you’ll know it’s time. I know it’s hard to wait. It’ll be worth it though, trust me!
Storage
These don’t last long enough to store in my house. They get gobbled up almost as fast as I can make them. If you’re a Nutella fan like me, you’ll know why.
Refrigerator
Store your Nutella cruffins in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Warm cruffins up slightly before enjoying the next day.
Freezer
Wrap your cruffins in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to a month.
Tips
Get your hands in there and get a feel for the dough. Repetition is the mother of all skill so the more you make these, the better they’ll turn out!
- Always preheat your oven. This ensures even baking for those flaky pastries.
- Use a sharp knife to ensure clean cuts when dividing your logs.
- The egg wash gives that shiny, golden brown finish. Don’t skip this step!
- When molding into the shape of a muffin, gently stretch the dough to showcase the layered side.
- Remember, room temperature is key! It ensures that your cruffins remain soft and fresh.
Ingredients
I love using crescent roll dough for all kinds of things! It’s great to save time and the stuff is absolutely tasty.
- refrigerated crescent dough
- Nutella
- egg
- Raw sugar (large granules)
How to Make Nutella Cruffins
Step by step you’re on your way to delicious, mouth-watering cruffins. Don’t worry, these are simple instructions and you’ll get through them in no time.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Using a small rolling pin, roll out each sheet of the crescent roll dough until you have 2 larger rectangles that are slightly larger than what you started with and the perforated portions are blended back together.
- Divide the Nutella between the two sheets and spread it until you have an even layer.
- Starting on the long end of the rectangle, roll up the dough into a log.
- Cut the dough in half, giving you shorter logs.
- Then cut each of those logs in half, lengthwise – exposing the inner layers of the logs.
- Repeat with the second sheet. When you are finished – you should have 4 pieces out of each sheet.
- Take each piece and wrap it around your fingers to form the shape of a muffin, with the layered side out. This will give the best chance of all those layers being visible when they are baked. You can gently stretch the dough during this process.
- Place each rolled piece in the greased muffin tin.
- Combine the egg with a splash of water. Whisk to combine.
- Brush the eggwash over the tops of the cruffins and then sprinkle them with the raw sugar.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes – rotating halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and immediately remove from the pan, one by one, by gently releasing any parts that are stuck using a butter knife or thin object.
- Store at room temperature in an open container.
Kitchen Supplies You’ll Need for Nutella Cruffins
I love brushing on that egg wash, don’t you? There is just something so satisfying about it. Brush it on and as it bakes you’ll create that golden brown finish that everyone loves!
- Muffin tin
- Small bowl
- Rolling pin
- Brush for egg wash
- Butter knife
What to Serve With Nutella Cruffins
Serve your decadent breakfast with a steaming cup of latte or a cool glass of milk. Perhaps some fresh fruits on the side or even a dollop of whipped cream for that extra indulgence!
Why You Should Make Nutella Cruffins
Because all things Nutella are amazing, right? You know I’m right! I like to buy it at Costco in those big ‘ole tubs. That way I know I won’t run out any time soon!
- They’re a perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch table.
- Combines the best of croissants and muffins in one treat!
- An easy sweet treat that’s bound to impress your loved ones.
- Deliciously versatile: play around with fillings and toppings!
Variations and Add-Ins for Nutella Cruffins
I’m sure you can come up with all kinds of ways to change these up. Cruffins are a great thing to experiment with. Let me know in the comments what you did with your version!
- Sprinkle chocolate chips or chunks for added texture.
- Add a sprinkle of cocoa powder or brown sugar before rolling for a different flavor profile.
- Add in cinnamon roll essence with a dash of cinnamon in the Nutella spread.
- Garnish with tablespoons of hazelnuts for a delightful crunch.
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Nutella Cruffins
Ingredients
- 2 tubes crescent dough refrigerated
- ½ cup Nutella can use up to 1 cup – but you don’t want them overly full or gooey
- 1 egg
- Raw sugar – large granules
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Using a small rolling pin, roll out each sheet of the crescent roll dough until you have 2 larger rectangles that are slightly larger than what you started with and the perforated portions are blended back together.
- Divide the Nutella between the two sheets and spread it until you have an even layer.
- Starting on the long end of the rectangle, roll up the dough into a log.
- Cut the dough in half, giving you shorter logs.
- Then cut each of those logs in half, lengthwise – exposing the inner layers of the logs.
- Repeat with the second sheet. When you are finished – you should have 4 pieces out of each sheet.
- Take each piece and wrap it around your fingers to form the shape of a muffin, with the layered side out. This will give the best chance of all those layers being visible when they are baked. You can gently stretch the dough during this process.
- Place each rolled piece in the greased muffin tin.
- Combine the egg with a splash of water. Whisk to combine.
- Brush the eggwash over the tops of the cruffins and then sprinkle them with the raw sugar.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes – rotating halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and immediately remove from the pan, one by one, by gently releasing any parts that are stuck using a butter knife or thin object.
- Store at room temperature in an open container.
Nutrition
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate. Please double-check with your own dietary calculator for the best accuracy. We at Yummi Haus cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site.
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