Pastry For Single-Crust Pie

Prep: 15 min Cuisine: American

A versatile flaky pastry perfect for single-crust pies, offering a tender, buttery texture that pairs well with sweet or savory fillings, ideal for home bakers.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, stir together flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Cut in shortening until pieces are the size of small peas.
  3. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of water over part of the mixture; gently toss with a fork.
  4. Push the mixture to one side of the bowl.
  5. Repeat until all is moistened. Form dough into a ball.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

350 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.6g 7% DV
Total Fat 25.4g 33% DV
Carbs 27.9g 10% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9692.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 109.8mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 35.8mg 3% DV
Iron 1.5mg 9% 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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