Vinegar Pie Pastry

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

Vinegar Pie Pastry offers a flaky, tender crust with a subtle tang from the cider vinegar, making it perfect for sweet or savory pies. Its simple, durable dough is ideal for home bakers seeking a versatile, easy-to-make pastry that holds its shape and texture well during baking.

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Ingredients

  • 4 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 3/4 c. shortening
  • 2 Tbsp. vinegar (cider)
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  1. Combine flour and salt in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add shortening and cut in until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Mix water, sugar, vinegar, and egg in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Divide dough into two balls, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate or freeze.
  6. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish.
  7. Use as directed for your pie filling, then bake accordingly.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

460 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 50g 18% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9768.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 253.5mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 82mg 6% DV
Iron 2.1mg 11% DV
Contains Egg 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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