Sure Thing Pie Crust Recipe

This pie crust recipe is a guaranteed success! It's incredibly easy to make, resulting in a light and crispy crust every single time. Say goodbye to tough, chewy pie crusts and hello to perfectly flaky perfection! Perfect for all your sweet and savory pie creations.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 2077.2 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sure Thing Pie Crust

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How to Make Sure Thing Pie Crust

  1. Whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cut in 1 cup cold shortening (vegetable shortening or lard) using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 6 tablespoons ice water, and 1 tablespoon white vinegar.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a fork until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently form into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 days in the refrigerator).
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thickness. Carefully transfer to your pie plate.
  7. Trim and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.
  8. Bake according to your pie recipe's instructions. For a pre-baked crust, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

197g

Carbs

47g