Craft the perfect foundation for all your pie-making dreams with this Weight Watchers Basic Pie Crust recipe! Designed with simplicity and health-conscious baking in mind, this versatile crust combines just a handful of pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and ice-cold water—for a light and flaky texture that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Perfect for sweet or savory pies, this lower-calorie alternative uses minimal butter and a smart balance of ingredients to keep it Weight Watchers-friendly. Ready in just 35 minutes of active time, this crust is ideal for pre-baking or pairing with your favorite fillings. Whether you're making a creamy quiche or a classic fruit pie, this easy, foolproof recipe ensures delicious results every time. Healthy baking has never been this effortless—or this rewarding!
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In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Add the cold, diced butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork after each addition. Stop adding water as soon as the dough begins to come together.
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9-inch pie pan with cooking spray.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Carefully transfer it to the prepared pie pan, pressing it gently into the edges and trimming any excess from the sides.
If pre-baking the crust (e.g., for cream pies), prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment and bake for another 5 minutes or until lightly golden.
If baking with a filling, follow the specific recipe's instructions for baking times and temperatures.
Allow the crust to cool slightly before adding your desired filling.
Serving size | (223.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 846.8 |
Total Fat 47.5g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 29.3g | 0% |
Cholesterol 124mg | 0% |
Sodium 599.9mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 91.6g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
Total Sugars 0.3g | |
Protein 12.9g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 28.3mg | 0% |
Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
Potassium 140.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories