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.

Nutriscore Rating: 27/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 1

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave until fully liquefied.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Mix well until the crumb mixture resembles damp sand and clumps together when pressed between your fingers.

Step 6

Pour the crumb mixture into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish, tart pan, or springform pan.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the crust to cool completely before adding your desired filling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	127.7 grams (127.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	827

Total Fat 85.70g	110%
Saturated Fat 50.00g	250%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 221mg	74%
Sodium 565mg	25%
Total Carbohydrate 26.10g	9%
Dietary Fiber 0.70g	3%
Total Sugars 25.10g
Protein 0.80g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 34mg	3%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 27mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.8%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 11.9%