How to Make Easy No-Fail Pie Crust - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a homemade pie, with its flaky, buttery crust and delicious filling. However, many home cooks find pie crust to be a daunting task. It's all too easy for a crust to turn out tough, soggy, or difficult to work with. But fear not, because this recipe for Easy No-Fail Pie Crust is here to save the day!

With just a few simple ingredients and a foolproof technique, you can create a perfect pie crust every time. Whether you're making a traditional apple pie, a sav...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ⅔ cups lard
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 4 pie crusts

  • Mix flour, salt, and baking powder together in a bowl. Cut in lard until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
  • Whisk water, egg, and vinegar together in another bowl; add to dry ingredients and stir until dough is thoroughly moistened and forms a ball.
  • Divide dough into fourths; roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a disk.
  • If using immediately, roll each disk on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie pan, then bake as directed in your recipe.
  • If using later, wrap each disk tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to three days, or place wrapped disks in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Nutrition

    156 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 163mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 19mg