Pastry Crust Mix

Prep: 15 min

A versatile pastry crust mix that yields flaky, tender shells perfect for sweet or savory pies, tarts, and quiches, suitable for both beginner and experienced bakers.

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Ingredients

  • 3 c. all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. sugar
  • 1 c. shortening
  • ice water

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients together.
  2. Blend in shortening with a knife or pastry blender until mixture is of pebbly consistency.
  3. Store in covered container in refrigerator.
  4. When needed, measure these amounts.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

336 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.1g 6% DV
Total Fat 25.3g 32% DV
Carbs 25g 9% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9692.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 90.5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 18.3mg 1% DV
Iron 1.4mg 8% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal
Contains 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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