Pastry No Fail
Master the art of making flawless pastry with this foolproof "Pastry No Fail" recipe—your ultimate guide to buttery, tender pie crust every time! Perfect for both sweet and savory recipes, this versatile dough combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a touch of sugar for a hint of sweetness. The secret to its success lies in incorporating cold ingredients, working the dough minimally, and an optional splash of vinegar for extra flakiness. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple, step-by-step instructions, this pastry dough is ideal for beginner bakers and seasoned pie masters alike. Whether you're crafting a golden, flaky pie crust or a tart base, this recipe will elevate your baked creations and never let you down.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Sugar
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
Drizzle 4 tablespoons of ice water over the flour mixture and gently stir with a fork. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons, one at a time, until the dough just comes together. If desired, add 1 teaspoon of white vinegar at this stage for extra tenderness.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead until it holds together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Divide the dough in half, shape each portion into a flat disk, and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. The dough can also be frozen for up to 1 month.
When ready to use, roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer to your baking dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.9 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.0 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.3 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| 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.
