Grandma Florida's No Fail Pie Crust
Discover the secret to perfect pies every time with Grandma Florida's No Fail Pie Crust recipe! This old-fashioned crust combines the richness of cold, cubed butter and shortening for an ultra-flaky, tender texture that rolls out effortlessly. A hint of white vinegar mixed with ice water ensures the dough comes together beautifully without overworking, making it practically foolproof—even for beginners. Perfect for sweet or savory pies, this dough can be prepped in just 20 minutes, yielding two versatile crusts that can be refrigerated for up to two days. Whether you're crafting a classic apple pie or a savory quiche, this reliable pie crust recipe will elevate your baking game and win rave reviews every time. Perfect pie crusts start here!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.5 cup Shortening (cold)
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until well combined.
Step 2
Add the cold, cubed butter and cold shortening to the flour mixture.
Step 3
Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter and shortening into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized chunks of fat.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the ice water and white vinegar.
Step 5
Gradually add the ice water mixture to the flour mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring gently with a fork after each addition. Stop adding water once the dough begins to come together and can be pressed into a ball.
Step 6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead just until it forms a smooth ball. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can result in a tough crust.
Step 7
Divide the dough into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 days).
Step 8
When ready to use, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to the desired size and thickness for your pie dish.
Step 9
Use as directed in your pie recipe, either pre-baking or filling and baking according to your pie's instructions.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (757.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3853.7 |
| Total Fat 314.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 152.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 516.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2398.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 229.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 33.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 375.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories