Low Fat Honey Wheat Pie Crust
Elevate your baking game with this wholesome and versatile Low Fat Honey Wheat Pie Crust, a perfect blend of health and flavor. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, a touch of olive oil for heart-healthy fats, and naturally sweetened with honey, this crust is a lighter alternative to traditional butter-heavy pie bases. Its slightly nutty flavor and tender texture make it ideal for both sweet and savory pies. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-roll dough delivers a satisfying homemade taste while keeping it low fat and guilt-free. Whether you're creating a classic fruit pie, a creamy quiche, or a hearty pot pie, this rustic honey wheat crust is sure to become your go-to recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cups olive oil
- 1 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the salt.
Add the olive oil to the dry mixture and use a fork or pastry cutter to combine until the mixture becomes crumbly and coarse in texture.
Add the honey and 3 tablespoons of cold water to the mixture. Stir gently to bring the dough together. If the dough is too dry, add the remaining tablespoon of cold water, one teaspoon at a time, until the dough holds together but is not sticky.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently 2–3 times to form a cohesive ball. Do not overwork the dough.
Roll the dough out into a 12-inch circle using a rolling pin, lightly dusting with flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to a 9-inch pie plate. Press the dough gently into the bottom and up the sides of the plate, trimming any excess dough from the edges.
Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust to prevent bubbles from forming during baking.
If pre-baking, bake the crust in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool before adding your filling.
If baking with a filling, follow your specific pie recipe's instructions for baking time and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 604 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.6 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*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.
