Biscuit Crust
Transform your homemade tarts, cheesecakes, or pies with this versatile and simple biscuit crust recipe! Made with just a handful of staple ingredients like digestive biscuits or graham crackers, melted butter, and a touch of sugar, this customizable base comes together in under 20 minutes. Perfect for both sweet and savory dishes, this crust can take on a hint of cinnamon for desserts or a pinch of salt to complement savory fillings. Achieve a perfectly golden, fragrant crust by pressing the crumb mixture into your pan and baking it to perfection. With its buttery flavor and satisfying crunch, this biscuit crust is a foolproof way to elevate your favorite recipes. Whether you're whipping up a luscious cheesecake or a savory quiche, this foundational recipe delivers both flavor and texture every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional, for sweet fillings)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt (optional, for savory fillings)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Place the digestive biscuits or graham crackers in a food processor and pulse until they form fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush them using a rolling pin.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave until fully liquefied.
In a mixing bowl, combine the biscuit crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. If you're making a sweet crust, stir in the ground cinnamon. If savory, add the salt.
Mix well until the crumb mixture resembles damp sand and clumps together when pressed between your fingers.
Pour the crumb mixture into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish, tart pan, or springform pan.
Using the back of a spoon or the base of a measuring cup, press the crumbs firmly and evenly onto the bottom and sides of the pan to form a crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden and fragrant. Avoid over-baking as it may harden too much.
Remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool completely before adding your desired filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.7 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.0 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 565 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 27 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
