Easiest Pie Crust Ever
Perfect for both experienced bakers and beginners, the "Easiest Pie Crust Ever" delivers buttery, flaky perfection with minimal effort. Made with simple pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, a pinch of salt, and a splash of ice water—this no-fail pie crust recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Key to its success is the use of cold butter and gentle mixing, ensuring those coveted pockets of flakiness in every bite. Whether you're crafting a sweet fruit pie or a savory quiche, this versatile dough rolls out effortlessly and holds its shape beautifully. Discover how to make a homemade pie crust that’s as easy as it is delicious—your pies will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until evenly combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter still visible.
Gradually drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork or your hands after each addition. Continue adding water just until the dough comes together and holds its shape. Avoid overworking the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a round disk. Wrap the disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before rolling out.
When ready to use, roll the dough out on a floured surface to fit your pie dish. Proceed with your desired pie recipe as directed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.9 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.0 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.1 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 372 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
