Fried Pie Crust
Crispy, golden, and delightfully buttery, this fried pie crust recipe takes your favorite pie pastry to a whole new level. Made with basic pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a touch of salt, the dough is expertly chilled and rolled to perfection before being flash-fried in hot oil for that irresistible crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick fry, this versatile crust can be transformed into bite-sized pie bases or enjoyed as a snack all on its own. Perfect as a dessert indulgence or a creative appetizer, these fried pie crusts are a quick and crowd-pleasing way to elevate your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 6 tablespoons Cold water
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
Add the cold, diced unsalted butter to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
Drizzle in the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork after each addition. Stop adding water once the dough just comes together and is moist but not sticky.
Form the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disc, and wrap it tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill the dough.
After chilling, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a knife or a round cutter to create desired shapes for your fried pie crusts (circles, rectangles, etc.).
Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place the dough pieces into the hot oil without overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried crusts from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Allow the fried pie crusts to cool slightly before serving. They can be used as a base for fillings, or enjoyed on their own as a crispy treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 670.3 g | 859% | |
| Saturated Fat | 191.4 g | 957% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 524 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 1205 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.9 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| 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.
