Ingredients for Basic Pie Pastry Crust Tips Tricks
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4-6 tablespoons ice water
- 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter
- Parchment paper
- Pie weights or dried beans
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How to Make Basic Pie Pastry Crust Tips Tricks
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Work quickly to prevent the butter from melting.
- Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing lightly until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle slightly larger than your pie plate.
- Carefully transfer the dough to the pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges.
- Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.
- For a blind bake (if needed for your recipe), line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
- Remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
129g
Carbs
47g
