Carrie's Pie Crust

Discover the secret to perfect homemade pies with Carrie's Pie Crust, a foolproof recipe that strikes the ideal balance between buttery richness and flaky texture. Crafted with a blend of cold unsalted butter and vegetable shortening, this crust ensures tender layers while maintaining just the right amount of structure. A touch of granulated sugar enhances the flavor, while ice water helps bind the dough without overworking it. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time, this versatile recipe yields two pie crusts, perfect for double-crust pies or freezing for future baking projects. Whether you’re creating a sweet fruit-filled dessert or a savory quiche, Carrie's Pie Crust guarantees professional-level results every time. Let your next pie begin with this easy, classic crust that’s as reliable as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable shortening (cold)
• 6 tablespoons Ice water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed butter and vegetable shortening to the bowl. Use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut the fats into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork. Stop adding water as soon as the dough begins to come together but is not sticky.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times just to bring it together. Divide the dough into two equally sized portions.

Step 5

Shape each portion into a flat disc, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before rolling out. For best results, chill the dough for up to 24 hours.

Step 6

When ready to use, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to the desired size and thickness for your pie dish. Continue with your pie recipe as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(765.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3900.4

Total Fat 314.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 149.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 516.7mg	0%
Sodium 2398.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 33.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 90.8mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 371.6mg	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: 72.1%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 24.6%