Best 2 Pecan Shortbread Cookie Crust Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make recipe for a pecan shortbread cookie crust? Look no further! This classic Southern treat is the perfect base for a variety of pies and tarts, or it can be enjoyed on its own as a sweet and crumbly snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious pecan shortbread cookie crust that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN SHORTBREAD COOKIE PIE CRUST



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Make and share this Pecan Shortbread Cookie Pie Crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bobbie

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 1 pie, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

20 pecan shortbread cookies, processed into crumbs (I'd say probably a good 2 cups of crumbs)
5 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Process cookies into crumbs in a food prcessor or crush in a heavy plastic bag with a rolling pin.
  • Add melted butter and mix until combined.
  • Press into bottom and sides of a nine-inch pie dish.
  • Bake for 10 minutes; it will feel soft, but will firm up as it cools.
  • Cool completely before filling with your favorite filling.

PECAN SHORTBREAD COOKIE CRUST



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Saw this in America's Food Heritage article and thought it would be a great recipe to pass along to use for those delicious no-bake recipes that needed a crust for a pie or other dessert.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 c pecan shortbread cookie crumbs
1/4 c melted butter
1/4 tsp salt, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350^. Combine ingredients in a medium bowl. Press evenly into pie pan or other baking dish; lining the bottom and sides of dish. Bake for about 20 minutes; just until crust starts to brown. Cool.
  • 2. Note: It is not necessary to bake this crust if you don't want to. Works great either way baked or not!

Tips:

  • Make sure the butter is cold before you start mixing the dough. This will help to keep the cookies from spreading too much.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the pecans by hand. Just make sure they are finely chopped so that they distribute evenly throughout the dough.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just beginning to turn golden brown around the edges. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before serving. This will help them to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

These pecan shortbread cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with just a few simple ingredients and can be prepared in under an hour. The cookies are buttery, crumbly, and have a delicious nutty flavor. They are also very versatile and can be served on their own, with ice cream, or with fruit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these pecan shortbread cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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