Shortbread Crust

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (180g)
• Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
• Unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes: 1 cup (2 sticks or 227g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the butter cubes and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work them into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press the crumbs into the bottom of an 8-inch (20cm) round tart pan with removable bottom.
5. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent air bubbles from forming.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
7. Let cool completely before filling.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the crust):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 13g
• Carbohydrates: 29g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Buttery and crumbly
• Rich and flavorful
• Versatile base for a variety of fillings

User Comments:

• "This is the best shortbread crust I've ever had! It's so buttery and crumbly."
• "I love that it's so easy to make. I always have the ingredients on hand."
• "It's the perfect base for my favorite fruit pies."
• "I've even used it to make cheesecake and it was delicious."
• "I recommend using high-quality ingredients to get the best results."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a gluten-free crust, use gluten-free flour.
• To make the crust ahead of time, bake it and let it cool completely. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To fill the crust, make sure it's completely cool before adding any filling.