Shortbread Pie Crust
A shortbread pie crust is a buttery, crumbly alternative to traditional pastry, made with flour, sugar, and butter for a rich, slightly sweet base. It's perfect for no-bake pies, tarts, and cheesecakes, offering a crisp yet tender texture that complements a variety of fillings.
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Stir together butter and sugar in a medium bowl. Stir in yolks. Add flour and salt, and stir or mix with hands until mixture is dry and crumbly. Press dough into bottom and up sides in a pie pan or tart pan. Set aside if using for a baked pie. For a pre-cooked pie shell, bake 20-22 minutes until edges are golden brown. Let cool on wire rack.