Aunt Betty's Famous Pie Crust

Flaky, buttery, and oh-so-versatile, Aunt Betty's Famous Pie Crust is the ultimate foundation to elevate any homemade pie. This timeless recipe combines the perfect ratio of all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and a touch of granulated sugar for a subtly sweet flavor, while a few tablespoons of ice water create a tender, pliable dough that's easy to work with. The secret lies in keeping the butter cold and working it into the flour until pea-sized pockets form—these melt in the oven to create that signature flaky texture. Whether you're crafting a fruit-filled masterpiece or a savory pot pie, this foolproof crust can be prepared in just 20 minutes, stored for up to 24 hours, and customized as a single or double crust. Pair it with your favorite fillings for a bake that’s guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons ice water

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing your ingredients: Measure out the flour, cut the butter into small cubes, and fill a small bowl with ice water.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Stir with a whisk or fork until the dry ingredients are evenly mixed.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter, two knives, or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter scattered throughout.

Step 4

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork after each addition. Stop adding water when the dough just begins to come together. It should not be sticky or overly wet.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a clean, floured surface and gently gather it into a ball. Divide the dough in half if making a double crust, then flatten each portion into a disc roughly 1 inch thick.

Step 6

Wrap each disc tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours, before rolling out and using in your favorite pie recipe.

Step 7

When ready to use, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness, ensuring it is slightly larger than your pie dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(517.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1955.6

Total Fat 98.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 1200.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 64.8mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 345.6mg	0%

*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: 44.9%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 48.7%