Cornmeal Crust Dough

Cornmeal Crust Dough
15 min.
15
202kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your baking game with an irresistible Cornmeal Crust Dough? This delightful dough, perfect for both sweet and savory pies, combines the unique flavor of cornmeal with a rich, buttery texture that will impress friends and family alike. Whether you're preparing a classic apple pie or a savory quiche, this crust will serve as the ideal foundation for your culinary creations.

With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this versatile dough and chill it for later use, allowing you the flexibility to create at your own pace. The addition of chilled apple cider provides a subtle sweetness that enhances the overall flavor profile, while the combination of cold butter and shortening ensures a flaky texture that melts in your mouth. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, making it the perfect accompaniment to your favorite fillings.

This recipe makes enough to serve 15 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, holidays, or simply indulging in a weekend baking adventure. With a caloric value of just 202 kcal per serving, you can enjoy your creation without the guilt! So grab your pastry blender, roll up your sleeves, and let's get started on this delightful journey to homemade goodness that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • Tbsp apple cider chilled
  • 0.8 cup butter cold cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup shortening chilled cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup cornmeal plain yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Cut butter and shortening into flour mixture with a pastry blender until mixture resembles small peas. Mound mixture on 1 side of bowl.
  3. Drizzle 1 Tbsp. apple cider along edge of mixture in bowl. Using a fork, gently toss a small amount of flour mixture into cider just until dry ingredients are moistened; move mixture to other side of bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining cider and flour mixture.
  4. Gently gather dough into two flat disks. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill 1 to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories202kcal
Protein4.67%
Fat57.44%
Carbs37.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.29
Glycemic Load
13.37
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.6260869230913%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
0.38mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:202.38kcal
10.12%
Fat:12.98g
19.97%
Saturated Fat:6.75g
42.17%
Carbohydrates:19.27g
6.42%
Net Carbohydrates:18.48g
6.72%
Sugar:2.47g
2.74%
Cholesterol:24.4mg
8.13%
Sodium:190.22mg
8.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.37g
4.75%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.9%
Selenium:6.88µg
9.83%
Folate:36.82µg
9.21%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.79%
Vitamin B3:1.22mg
6.12%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.12%
Vitamin A:283.72IU
5.67%
Iron:1mg
5.54%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.3%
Fiber:0.79g
3.16%
Phosphorus:30.25mg
3.02%
Vitamin K:2.68µg
2.55%
Magnesium:7.74mg
1.94%
Copper:0.04mg
1.78%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.54%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.41%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.3%
Potassium:40.2mg
1.15%
Source:My Recipes