Ritzy Pie Crust

Prep: 20 min Cook: 12 min Cuisine: American

A flaky, versatile pie crust with a tender crumb, perfect for sweet or savory fillings. Suitable for beginners and experienced bakers alike seeking a classic homemade pastry.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup Crisco
  • 6 tablespoons ice water

Instructions

  1. Sift the flour and add salt.
  2. Cut in the Crisco until the mixture is crumbly.
  3. Add ice water gradually.
  4. Stir with a fork or spoon, then finish mixing with your hand until the dough is smooth.
  5. Chill the dough.
  6. Roll out on a lightly floured board.
  7. Fit into pie pans and bake according to pie directions.
  8. Bake the pastry shell for 10 to 12 minutes at 450°F.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

91 kcal 5% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 0.2g
Carbs 19.1g 7% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9690.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 28.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 12.3mg 1% DV
Iron 1.2mg 7% 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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