Faiga's Matza Pie Crust

Bring tradition and versatility to your baking with Faiga's Matza Pie Crust, a simple yet flavorful recipe perfect for Passover or anytime you want a gluten-free pie base. Made with matza meal, cold butter or margarine, and a touch of egg for structure, this crust is tender, flaky, and incredibly adaptable for both sweet and savory pies. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you'll have a dough that's easy to work with, chilled for the perfect roll-out, and ready to handle your favorite fillings—be it a classic quiche or a rich chocolate tart. With options to add sugar for a sweet twist, this recipe caters to various tastes, making it a must-try for holiday feasts and beyond. Bake to golden perfection and enjoy a matza crust that's as satisfying as it is unique.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Matza meal
• 1 cup Unsalted butter or margarine (cold, diced)
• 0.25 cup Cold water
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Sugar (optional, for sweet pies)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the matza meal, salt, and sugar if making a sweet crust.

Step 2

Add the cold, diced butter or margarine to the bowl. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work the butter into the matza meal until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

In a small bowl, beat the egg and mix it with the cold water.

Step 4

Gradually pour the egg-water mixture into the dry ingredients. Use a fork or your hands to bring the dough together. If the dough is too dry, add an additional tablespoon of cold water at a time until it forms a cohesive mass.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a flat disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

Once chilled, roll the dough out onto a lightly floured surface (use matza meal instead of regular flour) to fit your pie dish. Gently transfer the crust to the pie pan, pressing it into place.

Step 8

Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges and crimp or flatten the edges as desired.

Step 9

If pre-baking, prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent puffing. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove the weights and parchment, and allow the crust to cool before adding your filling.

Step 10

If baking with a filling, follow the baking instructions for your specific pie recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(607.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2759.7

Total Fat 204.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 726.7mg	0%
Sodium 1332.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 32.3g	0%

Vitamin D 205.9IU	0%
Calcium 127.1mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 361.5mg	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: 66.4%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 28.9%