Miracle Flaky Lard Pie Crust
Discover the secret to perfectly crisp and tender pies with this Miracle Flaky Lard Pie Crust recipe—a timeless classic that promises unmatched texture and flavor. Made with just five simple ingredients, including chilled lard for maximum flakiness, this versatile crust is ideal for both sweet and savory pies. The addition of white vinegar ensures a tender dough that’s easy to work with, while a splash of ice water brings everything together seamlessly. Whether you're crafting a golden lattice for a fruit-filled masterpiece or a hearty savory pie, this dough is your reliable, foolproof base. With a quick 20-minute prep time and make-ahead convenience, you’ll never have to settle for store-bought crust again. Perfect your baking game with this ultimate flaky pie crust recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Lard (chilled)
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Add chilled lard to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your hands, work the lard into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of lard visible. Be careful not to overmix.
In a small bowl, combine the ice water and white vinegar. Stir until well mixed.
Drizzle the ice water mixture over the flour-lard mixture, one tablespoon at a time. Use a fork or your hands to gently mix until the dough just comes together into a shaggy but cohesive ball. You may not need all of the water.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a flat disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days).
Before using, allow the dough to soften slightly at room temperature for 5-10 minutes. Roll out on a floured surface to your desired thickness and use for your pie recipe.
The crust can be blind-baked or baked according to your pie filling’s recipe instructions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.3 g | 307% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.1 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 2365 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.9 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 325 mg | 7% | |
*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.
