Oatmeal Pie Crust for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• Rolled oats: 2 cups (100g)
• Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
• All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup (60g)
• Unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes: 1/2 cup (115g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a food processor, pulse the oats, brown sugar, flour, and salt until finely ground.
3. Add the butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch (20 cm) pie plate.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 crust):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, crumbly texture
• Nutty flavor
• Versatile for sweet or savory fillings

User Comments:

• "This crust was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly crispy and flavorful."
• "I love the oatmeal flavor and it paired wonderfully with my apple pie filling."
• "I doubled the recipe and it still came out amazing. I highly recommend it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use cold butter to ensure the crust remains crumbly.
• If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of cold water until it comes together.
• If the dough is too wet, sprinkle with a tablespoon of flour until it firms up.