Almond Crumb Crust
Elevate your dessert game with this rich and buttery Almond Crumb Crust, a gluten-free alternative that’s as delicious as it is versatile. Made with almond flour, a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, and the warm essence of vanilla extract, this golden-brown crust offers a nutty, melt-in-your-mouth foundation for pies, cheesecakes, and tarts. With just 10 minutes of prep and bake time, it’s a quick and easy recipe for creating an irresistible homemade crust that beautifully complements both sweet and savory fillings. Pressed into a perfect shape using your hands or a glass, this almond-based crust is a simple yet stunning way to add texture and flavor to your favorite desserts.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Almond flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Step 3
Pour the melted butter and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients.
Step 4
Stir the mixture until it forms a crumbly, moist texture that holds together when pressed.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie pan or tart pan.
Step 6
Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pan to form a crust. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to smooth and compact the surface.
Step 7
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until it is golden brown and firm to the touch.
Step 8
Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely before filling with your desired ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (258.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1487.7 |
| Total Fat 129.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 155mg | 0% |
| Sodium 595.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.2g | |
| Protein 31.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 324.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 24mg | 0% |
Source of Calories