Ingredients and Weight: - 1 cup (120 g) pretzel sticks, crushed - 1/2 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted - 1/4 cup (20 g) honey - 1 teaspoon (5 g) vanilla extract
Preparation Time: - 10 minutes
Cooking Time: - 10 minutes
Difficulty Level: - 1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). 2. Combine the crushed pretzel sticks, melted butter, honey, and vanilla extract in a bowl. 3. Press the mixture into an even layer in the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan. 4. Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown. 5. Let cool completely before filling with your desired filling.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 250 (per serving, without filling)
Dish Characteristics: - Crispy - Savory - Slightly sweet - Pairs well with sweet or savory fillings
User Comments: - "This crust was the perfect base for my apple pie." - John Smith - "I couldn't believe how easy it was to make and it tasted delicious." - Mary Jones - "I love that it's made with pretzel sticks. It adds a nice salty flavor to the dish." - Tom Green
Special Precautions and Tips: - Use unsalted butter to avoid making the crust too salty. - If you don't have pretzel sticks, you can use crushed crackers or even cornflakes. - Be sure to press the crust down firmly into the pan to prevent it from cracking. - Let the crust cool completely before filling it to prevent the filling from making it soggy.