Pie Crust (For 1 Pie)

Prep: 15 min

A flaky, buttery pie crust perfect for sweet or savory fillings, suitable for home bakers seeking a versatile base for pies and tarts.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 1/4 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • cold water

Instructions

  1. Sift flour and salt; add sugar.
  2. Work quickly, with the tips of the fingers, to incorporate the shortening into the mixture.
  3. Add enough cold water to make the particles of the mixture stick together.
  4. Turn on a floured pastry board and roll out the dough, handling as little as possible.

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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