Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats (180g)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans (60g)
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (100g)
- 1/4 cup almond flour (25g)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces (57g)
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, pecans, brown sugar, almond flour, and salt.
- Add the butter pieces and use your fingers to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the water and mix until the dough just comes together.
- Press the dough into a 9-inch pie plate and trim the edges.
- Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before filling.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of pie crust):
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 15g (9g saturated)
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 100mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g (5g fiber, 15g sugar)
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Gluten-free
- Nutty and flavorful
- Buttery and crumbly
- Customizable with different fillings
User Comments:
- "This crust is so good! I couldn't tell it was gluten-free."
- "I love the nutty flavor from the pecans."
- "This crust is easy to make and bakes up perfectly."
- "I've used this crust for both sweet and savory pies, and it works great for both."
- "I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a lifesaver for those who are gluten-intolerant."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use cold butter and water to prevent the crust from becoming tough.
- If the dough is too dry, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it just comes together.
- If the dough is too wet, add more gluten-free rolled oats, 1/4 cup at a time, until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- You can add other spices or flavors to the crust, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or orange zest.
