Description
Easy Pie Crust Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the flaky goodness of pie crust with the sweetness of cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these buttery delights melt in your mouth and are incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up a batch that?s sure to impress family and friends alike. Customize them with chocolate chips, nuts, or fruit preserves to elevate their flavor even further. Whether enjoyed at a gathering or as an afternoon snack with tea, these cookies promise to be a hit!
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
? cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Create a well in the center and add the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Mix gently until combined into a soft dough.
3. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and roll out the dough to about ? inch thick.
5. Cut into desired shapes and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
Notes
– For added flavor, experiment with almond extract or spices like cinnamon.
– Consider drizzling icing over cooled cookies for an extra touch.
– These cookies can be frozen; simply layer between wax paper in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 1g