Dolly's Pie Crust
Flaky, buttery, and irresistibly tender, Dolly's Pie Crust is the ultimate foundation for any homemade pie. This foolproof recipe combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a touch of ice water, with optional granulated sugar for sweet pies or a hint of apple cider vinegar to enhance flakiness. Whether you're crafting a rustic apple pie or a creamy quiche, this versatile dough comes together in just 20 minutes and can be refrigerated for up to two days, making it perfect for both impromptu baking sessions and planned holiday desserts. With step-by-step directions designed to guarantee a perfectly golden, melt-in-your-mouth crust every time, Dolly's Pie Crust is your new go-to recipe for mastering pie perfection.
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for sweet pies)
- 6 tablespoons ice water
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar (if using). Stir with a whisk or fork to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Step 2
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes. Add it to the flour mixture.
Step 3
Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Leave some pea-sized pieces of butter for a flakier crust.
Step 4
Measure 6 tablespoons of ice water in a small bowl and stir in the optional apple cider vinegar. Gradually add this liquid to the dough, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork after each addition.
Step 5
Stop adding water as soon as the dough starts to come together when pinched. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Step 6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide it into two equal portions if making a double crust, or keep it whole for a single crust.
Step 7
Shape the dough into a disk (or two disks), wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days) before using.
Step 8
When ready to use, roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle about 2-3 inches larger than your pie dish.
Step 9
Carefully transfer the dough to your pie dish, pressing it gently into the edges and trimming any excess. Continue with your pie recipe as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (650.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2841.8 |
| Total Fat 194.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 122.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 516.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2398.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 241.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.4g | |
| Protein 33.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 116.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 375.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories