Best Pie Crust Ever

Prep: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A flaky, buttery pie crust that yields perfect homemade pies, suitable for both sweet and savory fillings, ideal for bakers seeking a reliable crust for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups sifted flour
  • 1 1/2 cups Crisco
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Mix the sifted flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
  2. Add the Crisco and mix well with a pastry knife until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Beat the egg in a 1-cup measuring cup filled with water to make a mixture.
  4. Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
  5. Divide the dough to make four 9-inch pie crusts.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

207 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.3g 9% DV
Total Fat 1.9g 2% DV
Carbs 46.7g 17% DV
Fiber 0.7g 3% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 12410.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 168.8mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Calcium 1535.8mg 100% DV
Iron 4.5mg 25% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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