This Cheesy Garlic Cruffin is the perfect blend of a croissant and a muffin—crispy, flaky layers filled with garlicky, cheesy goodness. Easy to make with refrigerated crescent roll dough, it’s a fun treat for breakfast, brunch, or snack time.
Dough:
3 tubes (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll sheets
Filling:
1/2 cup (113 g / 1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 tbsp chives, finely chopped
1 tbsp garlic, minced
3 cups (339 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
Garlic Butter Topping:
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp garlic, minced
1 tsp chives, finely chopped
1 tsp kosher salt
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Roll Out the Dough
On a lightly floured surface, roll each tube of dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle.
If using perforated dough, pinch seams to seal.
Step 3: Make the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, chives, and garlic.
Spread about 1/3 of the butter mixture over one sheet of dough.
Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar evenly over the butter.
Step 4: Shape the Cruffins
Roll the long end of the dough into a tight log.
Cut the log in half, then cut each half lengthwise to make 4 sections.
Repeat with remaining sheets; you’ll have 12 sections in total.
Roll each section into a cinnamon roll shape, tucking the end under, and place in the muffin tin.
Step 5: Bake
Bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
Step 6: Garlic Butter Topping
While cruffins bake, whisk together melted butter, garlic, chives, and salt.
Brush over warm cruffins immediately after baking.
Step 7: Serve
Serve warm and enjoy the flaky, cheesy, garlicky goodness.
Dough handling: Lightly flour your surface to prevent sticking and pinch seams well if using perforated dough.
Cheese: Use freshly shredded cheddar for the best melting and flavor.
Garlic butter: Brush immediately after baking while the cruffins are still hot to maximize flavor absorption.
Serving: Serve warm for the best texture and gooeyness.