Sure Thing Pie Crust
Create the perfect foundation for your sweet or savory pies with this "Sure Thing Pie Crust" recipe—your go-to guide for achieving a buttery, flaky crust every time. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, and a touch of ice water, this versatile dough is easy to prepare in just 20 minutes. The key to its irresistible texture lies in keeping the butter cold and handling the dough minimally to maintain those signature flaky layers. Whether you're crafting a comforting chicken pot pie or a decadent fruit tart, this reliable pie crust adapts beautifully to any filling. Make it ahead, chill, and roll out effortlessly for that golden, melt-in-your-mouth finish. Perfect for bakers of all skill levels, this pie crust recipe ensures flawless results with every bake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (optional, for sweet pies)
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar (if using).
Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized chunks of butter remaining.
Drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, while gently stirring the mixture with a fork. Continue adding water until the dough begins to hold together without being sticky or wet.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it forms a cohesive ball. Avoid overworking the dough to ensure a flaky texture.
Divide the dough in half, flatten each portion into a disc, and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days before rolling out.
When ready to use, let the chilled dough sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. Roll out on a floured surface to fit your pie dish and proceed with your filling and baking as directed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1141 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2365 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.5 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 322 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.
