Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Cheesy Garlic Cruffins layer buttery crescent roll dough with chive-garlic butter and melted cheddar then spiral into muffin tins for croissant-muffin hybrid with pull-apart cheese strings. Ready in 40 minutes, they serve 12 with flaky layers and golden garlicky finish.

Why This Recipe Works

Crescent sheets roll thin creating maximum flaky layers. Garlic butter infuses every spiral. Cheddar melts without greasiness. Multiple cuts expose filling layers. Brushing warm with garlic butter seals flavors preventing dryness.

Ingredients & Prep

Dough:

• 3 tubes crescent roll sheets

Filling:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp chopped chives
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Garlic Butter Topping:

• 3 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp chopped chives
• 1 tsp kosher salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat 350°F; grease muffin tin. Mix softened butter, garlic, chives.
2. Roll each crescent sheet into 12×16 rectangle. Spread ⅓ butter mixture; sprinkle 1 cup cheese.
3. Roll tightly long-side into log. Cut log half lengthwise. Cut each half lengthwise again (4 pieces).
4. Roll each piece spiral shape layered side out; place in muffin tin.
5. Bake 20-25 minutes golden. Brush warm with garlic butter topping.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Room temp 2 days; reheat 350°F 5 minutes crisp.

FAQs

Layers separate?
Roll tightly; pinch ends sealed.

Cheese overflows?
Less filling per layer; bake on sheet below.

Dough sticks?
Nonstick spray + parchment circles.

Conclusion

Cheesy Garlic Cruffins garlicky-hugs flaky layered perfection.

Cheesy Garlic Cruffin Recipe

Print Recipe

These Cheesy Garlic Cruffins combine buttery crescent roll dough with layers of garlic-chive butter and melted cheddar cheese, baked into spiral-shaped pull-apart rolls. Perfect alongside pasta, soup, or holiday meals, they deliver flaky texture and bold garlicky flavor in every bite.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Yield: 12 cruffins 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Oven
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 3 tubes (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll sheets (no perforations)
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 3 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
• Garlic Butter Topping:
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

• 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a standard 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
• 2. In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, chives, and minced garlic for the filling.
• 3. Unroll one crescent sheet and roll lightly with a rolling pin to seal perforations. Spread ⅓ of the butter mixture over the dough, then sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
• 4. Starting from the long end, tightly roll into a log. Cut log in half crosswise, then cut each half lengthwise into 2 pieces (4 total per sheet). Repeat with remaining 2 sheets for 12 pieces total.
• 5. Take one piece with layers facing out and roll tightly into a spiral. Place in prepared muffin tin. Repeat with remaining pieces.
• 6. Bake 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Meanwhile, mix melted butter, garlic, chives, and salt for topping.
• 7. Brush warm cruffins with garlic butter topping and serve.

Notes

• Use crescent roll sheets without perforations for clean layers; regular crescent rolls work if pressed together well.
• Mild cheddar melts smoothly, but sharp cheddar adds bolder flavor.
• Chives can be swapped for finely chopped green onions or parsley.
• For mini cruffins, cut logs into smaller pieces and use mini muffin tin (bake 18 minutes).
• Store leftovers in airtight container; reheat in 350°F oven for crisp texture.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cruffin
• Calories: 320
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 650mg
• Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 13g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0.5g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fiber: 0g
• Protein: 10g
• Cholesterol: 55mg

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