Peach Pie Cruffins
These delightful Peach Pie Cruffins combine flaky puff pastry with sweet, juicy peaches for a fun and elegant dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 2 cups fresh peaches, diced Use ripe peaches for best flavor.
- ½ cup sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps thicken the filling.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Add more for a spicier flavor if desired.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Enhances peach flavor.
For the Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry Thawed if frozen.
- 1 beaten egg Egg wash (1 beaten egg with 1 tablespoon water) Gives a shiny golden finish.
- powdered sugar for dusting Use just before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and measure all ingredients. Dice the fresh peaches and set them aside in a mixing bowl.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Filling
- In a separate bowl, mix diced peaches with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice until well coated.
- Let the filling mixture sit to meld flavors.
Assembling the Cruffins
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut circles from the pastry suitable to fit in muffin cups.
- Carefully place each pastry circle into the muffin cups, creating a cup shape.
- Generously fill each pastry-lined muffin cup with the peach mixture.
- Fold excess pastry over the top of the filling to create the cruffin look.
- Brush the tops with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and filling is bubbly.
- Let cool in the muffin pan for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.