Perfect Homemade Pie Crust
Experience the joy of creating a perfect homemade pie crust that’s both flaky and flavorful. This easy recipe combines simple ingredients to craft a crust that serves as a delightful base for any sweet or savory filling. Whether it’s your holiday centerpiece or a casual dessert, this pie crust will impress your family and friends with its buttery aroma and golden-brown finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies based on filling
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Various
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 6–8 tbsp iced water
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing the counter and gathering all ingredients.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt until combined.
- Add cold butter cubes, mixing with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add iced water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until dough begins to form.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick, then transfer to your pie dish and trim excess edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg