How to Make Hot Water Pie Crust I - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most essential elements of a good pie is the crust. A flaky, buttery crust can take a pie from good to outstanding. However, making a pie crust from scratch can be intimidating for many home cooks. With so many recipes and techniques out there, it's hard to know which one will yield the best results. That's where the hot water pie crust comes in.

The hot water pie crust is a unique and unconventional method for making pie dough. Unlike traditional methods that call for cutt...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup shortening
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon milk
  • ¼ cup boiling water
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Information

  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 pie crusts

  • In a large bowl, combine shortening, salt, milk and boiling water. Whip with fork until smooth and creamy.
  • Add 2 cups flour and stir with round-the-bowl strokes until all flour is incorporated.
  • Makes crust for one double crust pie.
  • Nutrition

    142 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 73mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 2mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 17mg