Pain aux Raisins Muffins
Pain aux Raisins Muffins
Prep: 25 min • Cook: 20 min. Fluffy, individual muffins featuring the spiced custard and raisin swirl of classic pain aux raisins, perfect for a quick breakfast or a delightful snack. These easy-to-make muffins capture the essence of the beloved French pastry in a convenient, portable form, combining tender puff pastry with a rich, cinnamon-infused custard and plump, sweet raisins.
- Preparation time
- 25 min
- Cooking time
- 20 min
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 12
Instructions
Prepare Custard
- 1In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, granulated sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a custard consistency. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and cinnamon.
- 2Transfer the custard to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and chill in the refrigerator until completely cool (about 30 minutes to 1 hour).
Assemble Muffins
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- 2On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet into a 12x16 inch rectangle.
- 3Spread the cooled custard evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the drained raisins over the custard.
- 4Starting from one long side, tightly roll up the pastry into a log.
- 5Slice the log into 12 equal pieces, approximately 1 inch thick.
- 6Place each slice cut-side up into the prepared muffin tin cups.
- 7In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water for an egg wash. Lightly brush the tops of the muffins with the egg wash.
Bake
- 1Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and puffed up.
- 2Remove from the oven and let cool slightly in the muffin tin before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 250 kcal
- Protein
- 4 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Carbs
- 30 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
Tips
- Ensure your puff pastry is properly thawed but still cold for easy handling and optimal flakiness.
- To prevent soggy bottoms, make sure the custard is completely cooled before spreading it on the past
- These muffins are best enjoyed the same day, but can be gently reheated in a low oven.