Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust Recipe

Master the art of flaky pie crust with this easy recipe, inspired by Julia Child! This foolproof method uses your Cuisinart for a perfectly tender crust every time. Say goodbye to tough, dry pie crusts and hello to effortless, melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness! Perfect for both sweet and savory pies.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 985 kcal

Protein 23g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter
cups vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup ice water
1/2 cup cold vegetable shortening

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How to Make Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust

Combine 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt in your Cuisinart food processor.
Add 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes, and 1/2 cup cold vegetable shortening, also cut into cubes. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
With the food processor running, gradually add 1/2 cup ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough just begins to form a ball. Do not over-process.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently form it into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

65 g

Sugar

Fat

159g

Carbs

27g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust?

Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust?

Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust has approximately 985 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 103 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust?

The key ingredients for Julia Child's Cuisinart Pie Crust are Flour, Butter, Vegetable Oil, Salt, Water, 1/2 cup cold vegetable shortening. See the full list with measurements above.