Easter cake "Kraffin"

Cookinero 7 Mar 2025

A new version of Easter cake is the Kraffin cake. A juicy hybrid of a muffin and a croissant, first prepared in Australia and adopted in America, will be a great option for homemade festive baking for the bright Easter holiday. The recipe for the Kraffin Easter cake is not much different from the technology for making a traditional cake. However, the dough for the Kraffin contains fresh yeast, not dry yeast.

How to cook Easter cake "Kraffin"

Step 1

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Prepare the dough starter. Mix warm milk, yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar in a container. Cover with a towel and put in a warm place for half an hour. During this time, the yeast should activate and a cap of yeast will rise on the surface of the milk.

Step 2

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Prepare the dough ingredients. Sift the flour into a deep bowl. Using a mixer or blender, beat the eggs, yolks and sugar until fluffy and light. Melt the butter in the microwave or in a water bath.

Step 3

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Knead the dough. Add the dough, eggs beaten with sugar, melted butter and salt to the sifted flour. Mix thoroughly and knead without adding flour. During kneading, the dough should become less sticky. Transfer the dough to a clean and deep container, grease the top with vegetable oil, cover with a towel and put in a warm place for 1 hour. During this time, the dough should increase in size by 2-3 times.

Step 4

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Divide the dough into parts. Divide the dough into 3-4 parts (depending on the size and number of baking pans). Cover each part with cling film and leave to rest for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Form the blanks. Roll out one part of the dough into a rectangular layer. Grease with room temperature butter and lay raisins and candied fruits on top in an even layer. Carefully roll the layer into a roll. In a similar way, prepare rolls from the remaining parts of the dough and filling. Cover the blanks with film and leave to lie for 20-30 minutes.

Step 6

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Make rolls. Cut each roll lengthwise in the middle with a sharp knife, leaving 2 cm from one end. Roll one half into a spiral, with the cut facing outward. Roll the second half in the same way and place it on top of the first.

Step 7

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Transfer the rolls to the molds. Carefully transfer the cruffins to the baking molds, cover with cling film and put in a warm place for 20 minutes to let the dough rise a little. The dough should take up less than half of the molds. While the dough is rising, turn on the oven to preheat to 200 degrees.

Step 8

Easter cake "Kraffin"

Bake the Easter cakes. Place the Easter cake cruffins in a preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes at 200 degrees. Then cover with foil, reduce the temperature to 180 degrees and bake for another 10-15 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake the cruffins for another 10-15 minutes.

Step 9

Decorate the Easter cakes. Cool the finished Easter cakes and sprinkle with rusk powder.

Easter cake "Kraffin" - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, but active dry yeast requires dissolving in warm water with a pinch of sugar first. Follow package instructions for proofing before adding to the recipe.
Absolutely! Dried cranberries, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips work well. Just ensure they’re evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat briefly before serving.
Yes! Use plant-based milk (like almond or oat) and replace butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
Lightly flour the surface or roll between two sheets of parchment paper for easy handling.
Yes, wrap tightly in plastic and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature and reheat gently.
Divide the dough into more parts (e.g., 6 small rolls) and reduce baking time by 5–10 minutes.
Check yeast freshness and ensure the environment is warm (around 75–80°F). Cold drafts can slow rising.
Yes, but the crust may be less golden. Brushing with milk or plant-based milk helps achieve a similar effect.
Drizzle with icing or serve with fruit compote and whipped cream for an elegant dessert.

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