Basic Flaky Pie Crust

Dairy Free
Basic Flaky Pie Crust
45 min.
10
147kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your baking game with a delightful Basic Flaky Pie Crust? This dairy-free recipe is perfect for those who want to enjoy a delicious pie without compromising on dietary preferences. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a crust that is not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Whether you're filling it with sweet fruits, rich custards, or savory mixtures, this crust will provide the perfect foundation for your culinary creations.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, family dinners, or even a cozy night in. Each serving contains only 147 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The secret to achieving that coveted flaky texture lies in the technique of cutting in chilled shortening, which creates those delightful layers that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your friends and family with a homemade pie crust that is sure to be the star of the show. With this Basic Flaky Pie Crust recipe, you’ll not only satisfy your taste buds but also enjoy the satisfaction of creating something from scratch. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons water 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup shortening chilled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Whisk the flour and salt together in a medium size bowl. With a pastry blender, cut in the cold shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons ice water over flour. Toss mixture with a fork to moisten, adding more water a few drops at a time until the dough comes together.
  3. Gently gather dough particles together into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling.
  4. Roll out dough, and put in a pie plate. Fill with desired filling and bake.

Nutrition Facts

Calories147kcal
Protein4.37%
Fat63.36%
Carbs32.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.5
Glycemic Load
8.63
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.5952174326648%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:147.49kcal
7.37%
Fat:10.4g
16%
Saturated Fat:2.59g
16.17%
Carbohydrates:11.92g
3.97%
Net Carbohydrates:11.5g
4.18%
Sugar:0.04g
0.05%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:59.08mg
2.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.61g
3.23%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.31%
Selenium:5.3µg
7.57%
Folate:28.59µg
7.15%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.34%
Vitamin K:5.5µg
5.24%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.61%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.54%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.25%
Iron:0.73mg
4.07%
Phosphorus:16.88mg
1.69%
Fiber:0.42g
1.69%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.38%
Copper:0.02mg
1.16%
Source:Allrecipes