Egg Yolk Pastry
A versatile egg yolk pastry dough with a tender, flaky texture, ideal for sweet or savory pies, suited for home bakers seeking a classic homemade crust.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Place egg yolks in a cup and stir with a fork.
- Stir in enough cold water to fill the cup and toss with a fork to make a soft dough.
- Divide the dough to line and top three 2-crust pies.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
516
kcal
26% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
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).