Pat In The Pan Pie Crust Recipe

Say goodbye to fussy pie crusts! This recipe delivers a wonderfully crumbly and flavorful crust without the hassle of rolling and measuring. Perfect for both sweet and savory pies, this 'pat-in-the-pan' method skips gluten development, resulting in a tender, easy-to-make crust. No more stress, just delicious pie! Adapted from *The Joy of Cooking*.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 1655.2 kcal

Protein 47g

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

Ingredients for Pat In The Pan Pie Crust

1 1/4 cups All Purpose Flour
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) Unsalted Butter, very cold, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2-3 tablespoons Heavy Cream (or ice water)
1 Egg Yolk (optional, for egg wash)
Pinch of Salt (for egg wash)

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How to Make Pat In The Pan Pie Crust

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Position rack in the center.
In a large bowl (or food processor), whisk together the flour and salt.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (If using a food processor, pulse until crumbly).
Drizzle in 2-3 tablespoons of heavy cream (or ice water), mixing gently until the crumbs just begin to clump together. Do not overmix.
Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate or tart pan.
Pat the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the pan using your fingers.
For a pie, form and crimp the edges of the crust.
Prick the bottom and sides of the crust several times with a fork.
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. If the crust bubbles excessively, prick the bottom once or twice with a fork.
(Optional) For uncooked fillings requiring further baking: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and a pinch of salt. Brush the inside of the partially baked crust with the egg wash.
Return to the oven for 1-2 minutes, or until the egg glaze sets.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

62 g

Sugar

Fat

335g

Carbs

48g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pat In The Pan Pie Crust?

Pat In The Pan Pie Crust takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pat In The Pan Pie Crust?

Pat In The Pan Pie Crust has approximately 1655.2 calories per serving, with about 47 g protein, 48 g carbohydrates and 168 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pat In The Pan Pie Crust?

The key ingredients for Pat In The Pan Pie Crust are All Purpose Flour, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Heavy Cream, Egg Yolk, Pinch of Salt (for egg wash). See the full list with measurements above.