Why You’ll Love This Recipe
There’s so much to adore about Grandmother’s Pie Crust. Here’s why it’s a must-try:
Flaky and Tender : The secret technique ensures a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfect for both sweet and savory pies.
Simple Ingredients : With just a few pantry staples, you can create a crust that’s better than store-bought.
Versatile : Use it for fruit pies, custard pies, pot pies, or even tarts—it’s endlessly adaptable.
No Fancy Tools Needed : All you need is a bowl, a fork, and your hands (or a pastry cutter if you have one).
Nostalgic Comfort : There’s something heartwarming about recreating a recipe that’s been loved for generations.
Ingredients You’ll Need
The secret to this pie crust lies in its simple yet high-quality ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)
6–8 tablespoons ice water
Optional Add-Ins:
1 tablespoon sugar (for sweet pies like apple or cherry)
1 teaspoon vinegar (optional, helps keep the dough tender)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Ready to make the flakiest, most buttery pie crust you’ve ever tasted? Follow these easy steps:
Step 1: Chill Your Ingredients
Cold ingredients are key to a flaky crust. Make sure your butter and water are chilled before starting. You can even pop your flour in the fridge for 10 minutes if your kitchen is warm.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt (and sugar, if using). This ensures the salt and sugar are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 3: Cut in the Butter
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter. These butter pieces are what create those irresistible flaky layers.
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