Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted cold butter, cut into small cubes: 1 cup (2 sticks/227g)
- Ice water: 5-7 tablespoons
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Add the butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or two forks to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
- Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 210 kcal per serving (1/8 of the crust)
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky and buttery
- Easy to make
- Suitable for both sweet and savory pies
- Pairs well with any filling
User Comments:
- "This is the best pie crust I've ever made! It's so flaky and flavorful."
- "I love that this recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a seasoned baker, but I was able to make this crust with no problem."
- "I've used this crust for both sweet and savory pies, and it always turns out perfectly."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use very cold butter for best results.
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the crust tough.
- If the dough is too dry, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until it just comes together.
- If the dough is too wet, add flour 1 tablespoon at a time until it is no longer sticky.
- Refrigerating the dough before rolling it out helps to prevent shrinkage.
