Simple Pie Crust Recipe
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Easy And Simple Pie Crust
Do you love to bake like I do? I enjoy baking and pies are one of my favorite desserts to make. Having a pie dough recipe can make a delicious pie. I’m team pie crust in my family and this simple pie crust recipe checks all the boxes to complete the perfect pie.
What Ingredients Are Used To Make Pie Crust?
This recipe uses:
- egg
- shortening
- flour
- water
- sugar
- salt
- baking powder
- apple cider vinegar
How Do I Make The Crust Flakey?
Folding the dough onto itself, will make layers. This will make a delicious flaky crust. Chilling the dough will also prevent the shortening from melting and keep the layers.
How Do I Add Flavor To The Crust?
Use butter flavored shortening. If making a savory dish, you can add herbs like rosemary and chives. If making a pie, you can add cinnamon and nutmeg to add additional flavor.
Simple Pie Crust
Need an easy pie dough recipe? We've got a simple pie crust recipe that is flaking and delicious. Perfect for your next homemade pie.
Servings: 1 pie
Ingredients
- 3 cups flour
- 1 cup shortening
- 1/2 Tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add 2 1/2 cups flour, sugar, salt and baking powder and mix well.
- Add the egg water vinegar and shortening into the dry ingredients and mix well.
- The dough should be a firm consistency. If it is not, add a little flour until it is no longer wet and sticky.
- Cut in half and cover each piece wrapping in plastic wrap.
- Place both into the fridge and allow to set for 1 hour.
- Roll out and use for your next pie.
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Pie Dough Tips:
- Depending on the moisture in your area, you may need more/less flour
- Add flour until your dough is firm, but still soft
- Want a buttery crust use butter flavored shortening
- Putting the pie dough into the fridge, allows it to firm up a bit before baking and be easier to roll out
- Make your favorite pumpkin, apple or banana pie
