Perfectly Flakey Pie Crust

Perfectly Flakey Pie Crust recipe pinit

Pie crusts have been used in cooking for centuries, with the earliest known recipe dating back to ancient Rome.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 4.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 2000
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  2. Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough comes together.
  4. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Roll out one disk of dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie dish. Transfer the dough to the dish and trim any excess.
  7. Fill the pie crust with your desired filling.
  8. Roll out the second disk of dough and place it on top of the filling. Trim any excess and crimp the edges to seal.
  9. Bake the pie according to your filling's instructions.
  10. Allow the pie to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Sugars 5g
Protein 2g4%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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