Description
Delightfully simple and quick to make, these Pie Crust Cookies transform basic pie crusts into crisp, sweet cinnamon treats. Perfect for a last-minute dessert or snack, they combine buttery layers with a generous cinnamon sugar coating for a satisfying crunch and warm flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Base
- 2 pie crusts (1 package of 2 crusts)
- 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1 cup white sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (adjust more if desired)
Instructions
- Get Prepped: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
- Melt Butter: Melt the 2 tablespoons of salted butter so it’s ready for brushing on the pie crusts.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a bowl, combine half of the white sugar (1/2 cup) with the teaspoon of cinnamon. Place the remaining 1/2 cup sugar in a separate small bowl.
- Roll Out Pie Crust: Unroll both pie crusts onto a clean surface and smooth them out using a rolling pin to create an even thickness.
- Brush Butter: Evenly brush the melted butter over the entire surface of both pie crusts to help the cinnamon sugar adhere and add flavor.
- Sprinkle Cinnamon Sugar: Generously sprinkle the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered pie crusts.
- Roll Up: Carefully roll each pie crust into a tight log shape, starting from one edge and rolling towards the other.
- Slice the Cookies: Cut the rolled logs into evenly sized slices, about 1/2 inch thick, and place them spaced slightly apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the cookies for 15 minutes, or until they turn lightly brown and the sugar is bubbling.
- Cool Down: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet to firm up.
- Roll in Sugar: Once cool, roll each cookie in the remaining plain white sugar to give them a sweet, sparkling coating.
- Enjoy: Serve these crispy, cinnamon-sugared treats immediately and enjoy with your favorite beverage!
Notes
- You can adjust the cinnamon quantity to your taste, adding more for a stronger cinnamon flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with a vegan margarine or melted coconut oil.
- These cookies are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer softer cookies, reduce the baking time slightly.
- Make sure the cookies are completely cool before rolling them in the sugar to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pie crust cookies, cinnamon sugar cookies, quick dessert, easy cookies, homemade cookies, cinnamon cookies
