Best 3 Butter Cookie Crust Recipes

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**Indulge in the Delectable World of Butter Cookie Crust: A Journey Through Culinary Delights**

Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with our comprehensive collection of butter cookie crust recipes, each a testament to the versatility and irresistible charm of this classic pastry base. From the timeless simplicity of the Classic Butter Cookie Crust to the zesty tang of the Lemon Butter Cookie Crust, our recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect crust, essential for elevating your pies, tarts, and other delectable treats. Whether you prefer a crisp and golden crust or a tender and crumbly texture, our recipes provide step-by-step instructions and expert tips to ensure success. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a delectable journey with our butter cookie crust extravaganza.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE COOKIE CRUST PEANUT BUTTER PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Cookie Crust Peanut Butter Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chocolate sandwich cookies, butter, cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, whipped cream, powdered sugar, cookie crumb

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Desserts

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed into crumbs
4 tablespoons butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup creamy peanut butter
8 oz whipped cream
1 ¼ cups powdered sugar
½ cup cookie crumb, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Crush cookies into crumbs, setting aside some crumbs for garnish.
  • Add crushed cookies into a bowl and mix with melted butter.
  • Pour crumbs into pie dish and pat down to form a crust.
  • Bake crust for 5 minutes or until set.
  • In a bowl mix the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth.
  • Add in the whipped cream and powdered sugar, mix again until smooth.
  • Pour mixture over crust and smooth out the top.
  • Refrigerate or freeze until set, about 1 hour.
  • Sprinkle the top with remaining cookie crumbs.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 25 grams

BUTTER COOKIE CRUST



Butter Cookie Crust image

A rich buttery crust that's perfect for just about any sort of filling. It's perfect for cheesecakes. You may substitute chocolate cookie crumbs for a chocolate crust.

Provided by Nona

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ cups finely crumbled vanilla wafers
¼ cup white sugar
6 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl combine the cookie crumbs, sugar, butter or margarine and cinnamon; mix until well blended. Press into a 9 inch pie plate.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 164.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

LEMON TART WITH BROWN BUTTER-COOKIE CRUST



Lemon Tart with Brown Butter-Cookie Crust image

Browned butter, or beurre noisette, is the secret to the crust's rich, nutty flavor. Martha made this recipe on "Martha Bakes" episode 601.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-inch tart

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
8 large egg yolks
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 sticks (10 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 cups sugar
8 large egg whites, room temperature
Pinch of salt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Make the tart shell: Melt butter over medium heat. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until deep golden brown, about 11 minutes. Immediately pour browned butter into a large bowl, and let cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes. Stir in vanilla.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Gradually stir into browned butter mixture. Press dough into a 9-inch tart pan with a removeable bottom. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes. Using the tines of a fork, pierce bottom of tart shell all over.
  • Line tart shell with parchment and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until edges are set and golden, 15 to 18 minutes. Remove weights and parchment and continue baking until bottom of crust is dry and golden, about 5 minutes more. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Make the lemon curd filling: Place 2 1/2 teaspoons cold water in a small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin on top; let stand until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, lemon zest, and egg yolks; whisk in lemon juice and salt. Add butter and place pan over medium-high heat. Cook, whisking constantly, until butter has melted, mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, and small bubbles form around edge of pan, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat while continuing to whisk. Add softened gelatin, whisking to combine. Strain curd filling through a fine-mesh sieve into the tart shell, spreading evenly, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving; wash and dry the saucepan.
  • Make the meringue topping: Just before serving, fill the same saucepan with about 2 inches water and bring to a simmer. Combine sugar, egg whites, and salt in a heatproof standing mixer bowl. Set bowl over (not in) simmering water, and whisk until mixture is warm to the touch and sugar dissolves, 2 to 3 minutes. (Test by rubbing mixture between your fingers; the mixture should be smooth.)
  • Attach bowl to standing mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Whisk on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form and mixture is cool, about 10 minutes. Whisk in vanilla and cornstarch.
  • Transfer meringue into a large pastry bag fitted with a large round tip; pipe meringue to cover filling, as desired. Place under broiler or use a kitchen torch to brown. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use cold butter: This will help prevent the crust from becoming greasy.
  • Work quickly: The less time the butter is exposed to the heat of your hands, the better.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the crust tough.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out: This will help prevent the crust from shrinking in the oven.
  • Bake the crust until it is golden brown: This will ensure that the crust is cooked through.

Conclusion:

A butter cookie crust is a delicious and versatile option for many desserts. It is easy to make and can be used with a variety of fillings. With these tips, you can make a perfect butter cookie crust every time.

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