Introduction:
This easy pie crust recipe is a must-have for any home baker. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flaky, buttery crust that is perfect for both sweet and savory pies. Whether you’re making a classic apple pie or a savory quiche, this recipe will be your go-to crust for all your baking needs.
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Serves: 1 pie crust
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the ice water over the mixture and stir with a fork until the dough comes together.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish, then trim and crimp the edges as desired.
- Use as directed in your pie recipe.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 160 || Total Fat: 10g || Saturated Fat: 6g || Cholesterol: 25mg || Sodium: 150mg || Total Carbohydrates: 15g || Fiber: 1g || Sugar: 0g || Protein: 2g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- Requires only a few simple ingredients
- Easy to make and can be used for both sweet and savory pies
- Results in a flaky and buttery crust
- Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer
- Versatile and customizable for different pie fillings
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overworking the dough, as this can result in a tough crust
- Make sure the butter is cold and cubed before adding it to the flour mixture
- Do not skip chilling the dough, as this helps prevent shrinking and ensures a flaky crust
- Avoid adding too much water, as this can make the crust tough
- Be careful not to overbake the crust, as it can become dry and hard
- Requires only a few simple ingredients
- Easy to make and can be used for both sweet and savory pies
- Results in a flaky and buttery crust
- Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer
- Versatile and customizable for different pie fillings
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overworking the dough, as this can result in a tough crust
- Make sure the butter is cold and cubed before adding it to the flour mixture
- Do not skip chilling the dough, as this helps prevent shrinking and ensures a flaky crust
- Avoid adding too much water, as this can make the crust tough
- Be careful not to overbake the crust, as it can become dry and hard
- Avoid overworking the dough, as this can result in a tough crust
- Make sure the butter is cold and cubed before adding it to the flour mixture
- Do not skip chilling the dough, as this helps prevent shrinking and ensures a flaky crust
- Avoid adding too much water, as this can make the crust tough
- Be careful not to overbake the crust, as it can become dry and hard
