How to Make Easy Homemade Pie Crust - A Step-by-Step Guide

Homemade pie crusts are a timeless staple in the world of baking. Whether you’re making a sweet fruit pie or a savory quiche, a flaky and buttery crust can make all the difference in your dish. While store-bought crusts may be convenient, there’s something truly special about making your own pie crust from scratch. Not to mention, it’s surprisingly easy to do! With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can create a delicious pie crust that will elevate any pie or tart.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter - chilled, cut into tablespoon-size pieces
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 7 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 2 pie crusts

  • Combine flour, butter, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 10 (1-second) pulses.
  • Stir ice water and vinegar in a small bowl.
  • Pour 1/2 of the ice water mixture into flour mixture; pulse to combine, about 3 (1-second) pulses. Pour in remaining ice water mixture; pulse until mixture starts to come together, about 8 (1-second) pulses.
  • Turn dough out onto a wooden surface, pat it into a circle, and divide it in half. Form each half into a disc, about 5-inches wide.
  • Wrap each disc in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until ready to use.
  • Use in your favorite pie recipe.
  • Nutrition

    346 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 61mg
    • Sodium: 150mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 50mg