Dutch Koeken Pie Crust
Delight your taste buds with the buttery, aromatic charm of a Dutch Koeken Pie Crust—a perfect foundation for your favorite pies and tarts. Crafted with a blend of all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, and a hint of ground cinnamon, this crust offers a subtle spiced sweetness that sets it apart. A splash of vanilla extract and a touch of granulated sugar enhance its warm, homey flavors, making it ideal for both sweet and savory creations. The secret to its tender, flaky texture lies in the careful combination of cold ingredients followed by a brief rest in the refrigerator. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, this versatile pie crust elevates any filling, from rich fruit compotes to creamy custards. Perfect for holiday baking or everyday indulgence, the Dutch Koeken Pie Crust is your go-to recipe for a deliciously unique pie base.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 175 grams Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, cold water, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients over the flour-butter mixture. Use a fork or your hands to gently mix until the dough just begins to come together. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender crust.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it a few times to form a cohesive ball. Flatten the ball into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
When ready to use, roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie or tart pan.
Press the dough evenly into the pan, trimming any excess from the edges. Chill the prepared crust in the fridge for an additional 15 minutes before filling or blind baking.
Use the Dutch Koeken Pie Crust as directed in your favorite pie or tart recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.0 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.9 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 566 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.1 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*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.
