How to Make Buttermilk Pie Crust - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats the taste of a homemade pie, especially when it's made with a flaky, buttery crust. But if you've ever struggled with making a pie crust that turns out tough or lacks flavor, then this buttermilk pie crust recipe is for you. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this crust is sure to take your pies to the next level.

One of the key ingredients in this recipe is the buttermilk, which adds a tangy flavor and helps create a tender, flaky texture. Combined with the butter...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup vegetable shortening
  • 3 tablespoons cold butter
  • ⅓ cup buttermilk, or as needed
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 double pie crust

  • Whisk the flour and salt together in a bowl. With a pastry cutter, cut the shortening and butter into the flour until the chunks are the size of small peas. Stir in buttermilk and vegetable oil with a fork until the dough is moistened and beginning to gather together. Form the dough into a compact shape.
  • Divide the dough in half, and shape each half into a ball. Roll out each pie crust between 2 sheets of parchment paper.
  • Nutrition

    317 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 18mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 50mg