All Butter Pie Crust
All Butter Pie Crust is the ultimate solution for a flaky, buttery foundation that enhances both sweet and savory pies. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a crust that’s not only delicious but also impressively easy to make. This recipe evokes nostalgic memories of baking in the kitchen while promising to elevate your pie-making skills. Whether you’re filling it with tart cherries or creamy custards, this versatile All Butter Pie Crust will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies depending on pie filling
- Total Time: 4 minute
- Yield: Makes enough for one standard pie (8 servings)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure the butter is cold.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt until combined.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, mixing gently with a fork until the dough holds together without being sticky.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle and transfer to your pie dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment by adding spices like cinnamon for sweet pies or swapping some all-purpose flour with whole wheat for added flavor. For best results, keep all ingredients cold to maintain flakiness.