Fat Free Pie Crust
Discover the perfect guilt-free foundation for your favorite pies with this Fat Free Pie Crust recipe, a wholesome alternative to traditional buttery crusts! Made with just five simple ingredients—flour, salt, baking powder, unsweetened applesauce, and cold water—this easy recipe delivers a tender and flaky crust without a drop of added fat. Perfect for sweet or savory pies, this dough comes together in just 10 minutes and bakes to perfection in under 15. The secret lies in the applesauce, which keeps the crust moist while reducing calories, making it ideal for health-conscious bakers. Whether you're crafting a luscious fruit filling or a hearty vegetable quiche, this versatile pie crust is the perfect canvas for your creations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cups cold water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add the unsweetened applesauce to the bowl. Use a spatula or your hands to mix it into the dry ingredients until the texture resembles fine crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing as you go. Stop adding water once the dough holds together and is easy to handle.
Form the dough into a ball and cover it with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let it rest for 5 minutes at room temperature.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle approximately 12 inches in diameter (or large enough to fit your pie dish).
Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to your pie dish, gently pressing it into the bottom and sides. Trim any excess dough from the edges.
For a baked crust, prick the bottom of the crust all over with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
Cool the crust completely before adding your desired filling. If using for a double-crust pie, prepare a second batch of dough for the top layer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
683 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1411 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.3 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 238 mg | 5% | |
*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.
