Dad’S Pie Crust

This recipe delivers a reliable, flaky pie crust that rivals any bakery. The secret lies in keeping the shortening cold and handling the dough as little as possible to ensure maximum tenderness. It creates a sturdy yet delicate shell that holds up beautifully to juicy fruit fillings or rich custards. Perfect for Sunday dinners, holiday gatherings, or a simple weekend baking session, this crust brings a comforting, homemade quality to your desserts. It&# 226;ÂÂs straightforward to make with pantry staples, offering a satisfying crunch that complements any sweet filling you choose.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 602.5

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This recipe delivers a reliable, flaky pie crust that rivals any bakery. The secret lies in keeping the shortening cold and handling the dough as little as possible to ensure maximum tenderness. It creates a sturdy yet delicate shell that holds up beautifully to juicy fruit fillings or rich custards. Perfect for Sunday dinners, holiday gatherings, or a simple weekend baking session, this crust brings a comforting, homemade quality to your desserts. It&# 226;ÂÂs straightforward to make with pantry staples, offering a satisfying crunch that complements any sweet filling you choose.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup Flour
2 teaspoon Sugar
1/2 cup Shortening

Directions

1
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar until evenly combined.
2
Add the cold shortening to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the shortening into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized lumps remaining.
3
Sprinkle 2 to 3 tablespoons of ice-cold water over the mixture, mixing gently with a fork until the dough just begins to hold together when pinched. Add more water one teaspoon at a time if necessary, but avoid making it wet.
4
Gather the dough into a ball, then flatten it slightly into a disk. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to rest the gluten.
5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough from the center outward into a 12-inch circle, turning occasionally to prevent sticking.
6
Carefully transfer the rolled dough into a 9-inch pie plate, pressing it gently into the bottom and sides without stretching. Trim excess dough as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 602.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.9g48%
Saturated Fat 10.4g52%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 70.9g24%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 2.8g
Protein 9.0g18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pie crust, flaky, homemade, baking, shortening, dough, pastry, fruit pie, classic, easy, homestyle, dad's recipe

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