Foolproof Pie Dough with Vodka
Master the art of perfect pie crusts with this Foolproof Pie Dough with Vodka recipe—a game-changer for any baking enthusiast. The secret to its unparalleled flakiness lies in the addition of vodka, which hydrates the dough without triggering excess gluten formation, ensuring a tender and buttery texture every time. This recipe combines cold unsalted butter and vegetable shortening for optimal flavor and structure, resulting in a versatile crust that works beautifully for both sweet and savory pies. With just 25 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-follow method will have you creating professional-quality pie dough that rolls out effortlessly. Whether you're crafting a rustic fruit pie or a decadent cream tart, this reliable recipe is your ultimate go-to for pie perfection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)
- 0.5 cup Vegetable shortening (cold, cut into small pieces)
- 0.25 cup Vodka (cold)
- 0.25 cup Ice water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the cold butter and shortening to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the fat into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized chunks of fat remaining.
Sprinkle the vodka over the dough mixture, followed by the ice water. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide the dough in half and form each half into a flat disc. Wrap each disc tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 days.
When ready to use, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired size and thickness. Use it as the base for your favorite pie recipe.
If baking the crust empty, preheat your oven to the desired temperature and follow your specific pie recipe's instructions for blind baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 314.9 g | 404% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.6 g | 748% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 2398 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.6 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| 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.
