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Homemade Buttery Pie Crust

This Homemade Buttery Pie Crust is a game-changer! Flaky, tender, and bursting with flavor, it's the perfect base for any pie.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup cold butter cubed
  • 3-4 tablespoons ice water

Instructions

Instructions:

  • Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and kosher salt. Whisk together until well combined.
  • Step 2: Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Step 3: Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time. Mix gently until the dough begins to hold together.
  • Step 4: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Step 5: After chilling, roll the dough out into a circle about 1/8-inch thick on a floured surface.
  • Step 6: Transfer the rolled-out dough to your pie dish, pressing gently to eliminate air pockets.
  • Step 7: Pre-bake if needed by pricking the bottom and baking at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pie Dish
  • Plastic Wrap

Notes

  • Use cold ingredients for a flaky crust.
  • Don’t overwork the dough to prevent toughness.
  • Chill the dough to avoid shrinkage during baking.