Description
Warm, flaky pie crusts are the foundation of any great dessert. This easy-to-follow recipe combines simple ingredients to create a buttery, tender crust that perfectly complements both sweet and savory fillings. With just a few steps, you’ll achieve a golden-brown masterpiece that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for pies, quiches, or tarts, this versatile crust is sure to become your go-to recipe!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 6–8 tbsp iced water
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing off your counter and gathering necessary tools like mixing bowls and a rolling pin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add cold butter cubes to the flour mixture and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add iced water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough holds together.
- Shape the dough into a disk about 1-inch thick, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Roll out on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick before using.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies based on filling
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg