Tina'S Pie Crust
A flaky, buttery pie crust perfect for sweet or savory fillings, suitable for both beginners and experienced bakers seeking a versatile pastry base.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Using a pastry blender or fork, cut shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add 1 tablespoon of water at a time while tossing and mixing with a fork.
- Add water until the dough is moist enough to form a ball when lightly pressed together.
- Shape the dough into a ball and flatten it into a 1/2-inch thick disk, smoothing and rounding the edges.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
312
kcal
16% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
Low-carb
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).