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Easy Ultimate Chocolate Shortcrust Pie Crust
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Looking for the perfect chocolate pie shell? This easy shortcrust recipe with cocoa powder will give the ultimate chocolate crust to your pies or tarts!
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To make your cocoa crust, you'll need:
- Butter
- Flour
- Cocoa powder
- Brown sugar
- Salt
- Instant coffee
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Begin by mixing together the flour, cocoa powder, salt and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl.
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Then add chopped pieces of cold butter and rub into the dry ingredients. Your goal is a grainy texture where you can still feel clumps of butter.
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The secret ingredient to this chocolate crust is using coffee instead of water to bring the dough together.
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Why use coffee? Coffee is a natural flavour enhancer for chocolate.
Add the liquid to the mix slowly to bring the dough together.
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Once you are able to knead together a dough, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours to chill down (or up to 3 days).
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When ready to use, roll out and line your pie or tart shell.
For the measurements, more tips and tricks, grab the full recipe in the link below!
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