Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Ground walnuts: 1 cup (120g)
- Butter, cold and cut into small cubes: 1 cup (227g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ice water: 1/4 to 1/2 cup
Preparation Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ground walnuts, sugar, and salt.
- Add the butter cubes and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work them into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork until the dough just comes together.
- Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate and trim the edges.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Buttery and flaky
- Nutty flavor
- Crisp and tender
- Perfect for serving with fruit pies
User Comments:
- "This crust is amazing! It's so flavorful and easy to make."
- "The toasted walnuts add a wonderful depth of flavor to the pie."
- "This is my go-to pie crust recipe for all my favorite fruit pies."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overwork the dough, as this can result in a tough crust.
- If the dough is too dry, add additional ice water 1 tablespoon at a time.
- For a sweeter crust, add up to 1/2 cup of sugar.
- This crust can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
