Description
There’s nothing as satisfying as the taste of a flaky crust for a pie that’s buttery and made by hand. When you bake a traditional apple pie or a quiche with savory flavors or quiche, this homemade pie crust made with butter will make the perfect base. In contrast to the store-bought pie crusts, this one is thick, soft, and extremely flavorful. Today, I’ll take you through the easy steps needed to create the perfect pie crust from scratch—with many tricks to ensure your success.
Ingredients
To make this cozy pie crust that is made from all-butter, you’ll need:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (300 g)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled, then cut into cubes (225 grams)
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar (50 grams) (optional for sweet pie crusts)
- 1 teaspoon of salt (3 g)
- 1/4-1/2 cup of ice water (60-120 milliliters)
Alternatives to HTML0:
- Alternate whole wheat flour to get a more nuttier taste.
- Make use of gluten-free all-purpose flour for a gluten-free choice.
- Include one spoonful of white vinegar to increase the flakiness.
Instructions
How to Make Homemade All-Butter Pie Crust
Use these instructions to make an original delicious crispy pie crust:
- Make the butter Cut the butter into smaller cubes and put it in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Blend dry components: In a large mixing bowl, mix in the flour, salt, and sugar.
- Blend in butter: Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix the butter and flour until the consistency of coarse crumbles.
- Make sure to add ice. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough holds together.
- Chill the dough. Make the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic, then chill it for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough out. Lightly flour a surface before rolling the dough into a 12-inch circle.
- It can be placed on the pie plate. Gently transfer the dough onto the pie plate, 9 inches in diameter. Press it on the edges.
- Chill before baking. Put the pie in the fridge for about 15 minutes before baking.
- Make filling or baking as necessary: For an already baked crust, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 to 20 minutes.
Notes
Make sure to keep all ingredients chilled to ensure the most flaky results. Butter must appear firm when mixed in the flour.
Helpful Tips
- Use a food processor for quicker mixing.
- Don’t work the dough too much—it will still be noticeable butter pieces.
- Make sure to freeze your pie dough for use in the future; thaw it before rolling.