Sweettreats Ultimate Pie Crust
Master the art of pie-making with Sweettreats Ultimate Pie Crust, a foolproof recipe that delivers buttery, tender, and flawlessly flaky results every time. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and cold cubed butter, this versatile crust is enhanced by optional granulated sugar for sweet pies or a splash of apple cider vinegar for extra flakiness. Perfect for both savory and sweet creations, the dough comes together in under 15 minutes and can be made ahead to save time. Whether blind-baking for a crisp finish or rolling it out for your favorite fillings, this crust is the ultimate foundation for pies that impress. Ideal for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike, this recipe guarantees pie-perfection with every slice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (optional, for sweet pies)
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar (optional, for extra flakiness)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar (if using).
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Small pea-sized bits of butter should remain for flakiness.
In a small bowl, combine the ice water and apple cider vinegar (if using).
Gradually add the ice water mixture to the flour and butter, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Stop adding water as soon as the dough starts to come together and can hold its shape when pinched.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently press and form it into a ball, then divide the dough into two equal portions.
Flatten each portion into a 1-inch thick disc. Wrap each disc tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before rolling out. This resting time helps relax the gluten and ensures a tender crust.
When ready to use, roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Remember to rotate the dough frequently to prevent sticking.
For a baked crust, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the rolled-out dough into a pie dish, trim any excess, and crimp the edges as desired. Line the crust with parchment paper or foil, then fill with pie weights or dried beans.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, remove the weights and lining, then bake for another 5-10 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% 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 | 241.7 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 376 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.
