Perfect Pie Crusts

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

A flaky, buttery pie crust perfect for sweet or savory pies, offering a tender texture and rich flavor that suits both beginner and experienced bakers alike.

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Ingredients

  • 4 c. plain flour
  • 1 1/2 c. Crisco shortening
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp. white vinegar
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 1/2 or more cold water

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, Crisco, salt, and sugar well.
  2. Add the egg, then the vinegar, and finally the cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

443 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 45.7g 17% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9763.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 226mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 76.8mg 6% DV
Iron 1.9mg 10% DV

* % 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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