Pie Crust for Dummies
Master the art of flaky, buttery perfection with "Pie Crust for Dummies," a foolproof recipe designed for bakers of all levels. Using simple, pantry-staple ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and just a touch of ice water, this recipe guarantees a tender, melt-in-your-mouth crust every time. Whether you're crafting a savory quiche or a sweet apple pie, the step-by-step instructions make it easy to achieve bakery-level results without any stress. With minimal prep time and a short chill in the fridge, this versatile dough is perfect for any pie creation. Say goodbye to store-bought crusts and hello to homemade excellence with this easy-to-follow guide to flaky pie crust.
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (optional, for sweet pie crusts)
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar (if using).
Step 2
Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Some pea-sized pieces of butter are okay; they contribute to a flaky crust.
Step 3
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, tossing the mixture with a fork after each addition. Stop adding water as soon as the dough begins to clump together. You may not need all 6 tablespoons.
Step 4
Turn the dough out onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Gently gather it into a ball without overworking the dough, then divide it in half.
Step 5
Flatten each half into a disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 days) before rolling out.
Step 6
When ready to use, roll out each disc on a floured surface to fit your pie pan. Proceed with filling and baking as directed by your pie recipe.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (645.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2842.4 |
| Total Fat 194.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 122.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 516.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2398.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 241.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.4g | |
| Protein 33.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 90.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 371.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories