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Fool Proof Pie Crust Recipe

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  • Author: Hugo
  • Total Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: Enough for one double crust pie (about 9-inch pie) 1x

Description

This foolproof pie crust recipe yields a tender, flaky pastry perfect for both sweet and savory pies. Made with all-purpose flour and shortening, it incorporates a touch of sugar and apple cider vinegar for added flavor and flakiness. The dough is easy to prepare, requiring no fancy equipment, and can be chilled or frozen for convenience.

Ingredients

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Fool Proof Pie Crust

  • 4 cup(s) all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cup(s) shortening
  • 1 tablespoon(s) sugar
  • 1 tablespoon(s) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup(s) ice water

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: Add all the ingredients except the egg and water to a large bowl. This includes the flour, shortening, sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
  2. Mix to gravel texture: Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut and mix the ingredients together until the mixture resembles coarse gravel. This ensures the shortening is evenly distributed without overworking the dough.
  3. Prepare wet mixture: In a separate bowl or liquid measuring cup, beat together the egg and ice water thoroughly to combine.
  4. Incorporate wet ingredients: Add the egg and water mixture to the flour mixture, stirring gently with a fork. Once combined, gather the mixture into a cohesive dough ball and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  5. Chill before use: Refrigerate the dough ball for at least 15 minutes before rolling out. The dough can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage until ready to use.

Notes

  • Use cold shortening and ice water to ensure the crust stays flaky.
  • Do not overwork the dough to prevent tough crust.
  • Allow the dough to rest in the fridge to relax the gluten and make rolling easier.
  • The apple cider vinegar helps tenderize the crust and improve texture.
  • If freezing, wrap the dough tightly and thaw in the refrigerator before rolling.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: pie crust, flaky pie dough, homemade pie crust, foolproof pie crust, baking base, pastry dough

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