🍑🧁 Peach Pie Cruffins – Flaky, Fruity & Irresistibly Sweet!



Looking for a showstopping pastry that blends the best of two classic favorites — flaky croissants and homemade peach pie ? Meet your new obsession: Peach Pie Cruffins — soft, buttery, fruit-filled pastries with layers of crisp, caramelized edges and sweet cinnamon-spiced peaches inside.

These Peach Pie Cruffins are everything you love about summer baked goods in one irresistible, handheld treat. They’re flaky, fruity, slightly crispy on the outside, and gooey in the center — just like a cruffin should be.

In this post, we’ll walk you through how to make these dreamy Peach Pie Cruffins from scratch , plus share expert tips, flavor variations, and even how to monetize this content if you run a blog or YouTube channel.

Let’s get baking!


🧁 What Are Peach Pie Cruffins?

Cruffins (a clever mix of “croissant” and “muffin”) are laminated pastries shaped like muffins and baked until golden and puffy. When filled with sweet, juicy peaches and spiced cinnamon filling, they become a true summer dessert sensation .

They're:

  • Flaky and buttery
  • Packed with peach flavor
  • Slightly crunchy on the outside, soft and gooey inside
  • Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
  • A hit at any gathering

Whether you're a seasoned baker or trying cruffins for the first time, this recipe will take your baking game to the next level.


🛒 Ingredients You'll Need

For the Dough:

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

For the Peach Filling:

  • 2 medium ripe peaches, peeled and diced
  • ¼ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken juices)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Toppings:

  • Powdered sugar glaze
  • Vanilla icing
  • Whipped cream cheese frosting
  • Crushed pecans or sliced almonds
  • Fresh peach slices for garnish

💡 Tip: Use fresh or canned peaches — just drain well if using canned.


🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions



 

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