Description
These delicious Pie Crust Snacking Cookies are a quick and easy treat made from simple ingredients like pie crust, sugar, and cinnamon. They are perfect for snacking anytime, offering a golden, crispy texture with a dusting of cinnamon sugar. Ready in just 20 minutes, these cookies make a delightful homemade sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust Cookie Ingredients
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (plus more for sprinkling)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to ensure the cookies bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pie crust on a clean surface and brush the entire surface evenly with the beaten egg wash. This will help the sugar and cinnamon adhere and give a nice golden sheen when baked.
- Add Sugar and Cinnamon: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon if using. Sprinkle this mixture generously and evenly over the egg-washed pie crust.
- Cut and Shape: Cut the dough into strips or rounds as you prefer. For a fun twist, you can twist the strips before placing them on the baking sheet, or leave the rounds flat for classic cookies.
- Bake the Cookies: Arrange the shaped dough pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely before serving to ensure they crisp up nicely.
Notes
- You can use either homemade or store-bought pie crust depending on what is available or preferred.
- Cinnamon is optional but adds a warm, spicy flavor that complements the sugar perfectly.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh for maximum crispiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to experiment by adding a sprinkle of coarse sugar for extra crunch or a drizzle of melted chocolate after baking.
