AuthorViv

This is a basic shortbread crust that can be used for pies, cheescakes, tarts, or cookie bars. This recipe will work in an 8x8,9x9 or a 9' pie plate or a spring form pan. Also separately is directions for a 9x13 pan.

Yields1 Serving
For and 8"x8", 9"x9", or a 9" round Pan
 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
 ½ cup granulated sugar
 ½ tsp vanilla extract
 pinch of salt
 1 cup plus 2 T all purpose flourGluten free notes below
For a 9x13" pan
 1 ½ sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
 ½ cup granulated sugar
 ¾ tsp vanilla extract
 large pinch of salt
 1 ½ cups plus 3T all purpose flourgluten free notes below
1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare your pan by lightly oiling or lining with parchment paper.

In the bowl or stand mixer, fit with a paddle attachment, or a large bowl with a hand mixer, mix together all of the ingredients at once. The mixture will be very crumbly.
Using damp hands, transfer the dough crumbs into the prepared dish and pat down evenly. Use a fork to dock/prick the dough all over.

Bake on the middle racj at 350 degrees. If the filling needs to be baked, par bake the crust for 20-30 minutes, until edges are lightly browned. If the filling will not need to be baked, bake for 30-33 minutes until the crust is completely cooked and let cool completely before filling.

2

Gluten Free Notes:
Works best with Bob's Red Mill 's Baking Blend or Cup 4 Cup Gluten Free Flour

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Ingredients

For and 8"x8", 9"x9", or a 9" round Pan
 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
 ½ cup granulated sugar
 ½ tsp vanilla extract
 pinch of salt
 1 cup plus 2 T all purpose flourGluten free notes below
For a 9x13" pan
 1 ½ sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
 ½ cup granulated sugar
 ¾ tsp vanilla extract
 large pinch of salt
 1 ½ cups plus 3T all purpose flourgluten free notes below

Directions

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare your pan by lightly oiling or lining with parchment paper.

In the bowl or stand mixer, fit with a paddle attachment, or a large bowl with a hand mixer, mix together all of the ingredients at once. The mixture will be very crumbly.
Using damp hands, transfer the dough crumbs into the prepared dish and pat down evenly. Use a fork to dock/prick the dough all over.

Bake on the middle racj at 350 degrees. If the filling needs to be baked, par bake the crust for 20-30 minutes, until edges are lightly browned. If the filling will not need to be baked, bake for 30-33 minutes until the crust is completely cooked and let cool completely before filling.

2

Gluten Free Notes:
Works best with Bob's Red Mill 's Baking Blend or Cup 4 Cup Gluten Free Flour

Shortbread Crust