All Butter Pie Crust

All Butter Pie Crust

10 servings
This All Butter Pie Crust comes together in just one minute! It is buttery, flaky, and amazingly tender. I share many tips and tricks to making it consistently perfect every time. There is no shortening!

Ingredients

  • all purpose flour
    1 ¼ c
  • white granulated sugar
    ½ tbsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • cold unsalted butter

    cut into small cubes), (1 stick or 1/2 cup

    8 tbsp
  • ice cold water
    2 ½ tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Add flour, sugar and salt into a food processor. Pulse twice to combine.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped butter, all over the surface. Pulse 6 to 9 times, until until it resembles coarse meal.

  3. 3

    Add the ice cold water, pulse for 9 to 13 seconds until the dough begins to form large clumps. Tip: You will need two and a half to 3 tablespoons of cold water. Adding too much water can make the pie dough tough, while too little water results in a dry, crumbly texture when rolling and handling the dough.

  4. 4

    Transfer the pie dough to a work surface. Using hands, shape the dough into a flat disc.  Wrap in plastic wrap, then refrigerate for one hour or up to 2 days.

  5. 5

    Before rolling, remove the dough from the fridge and leave it on the counter for 20 to 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Dust the work surface lightly with flour and also dust the rolling pin. Roll into 1/8-inch thickness or 12-inches. Tip: When rolling the dough out, rotate the pie crust often to make sure it’s not sticking to your work surface. Sprinkle on a little more flour if it’s sticking.

  7. 7

    Use a rolling pin to help transfer the crust to the pie dish. Carefully roll one end of the circle of dough loosely onto the rolling pin, pick it up, and carefully roll it back out over the top of the dish. Drape into the pie dish, gently tucking it into the interior all the way around.

  8. 8

    Trim any excess dough around the edges. To flute the edges, use a knuckle and 2 fingers to press around the edges of the pie crust, to give it a beautiful and classic scalloped look.You can also use a fork to crimp the edges for an easier approach.

  9. 9

    Chill and use to make your favorite pies.

All Butter Pie Crust

All Butter Pie Crust

125 min10 servings139 cal

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About this Recipe

Tired of tough, bland pie crusts that crumble at first bite? Imagine a buttery, flaky foundation for your favorite desserts that comes together in mere moments. This All Butter Pie Crust recipe delivers exactly that, transforming your baking from good to unforgettable. You'll love its amazing tenderness and rich flavor.

Why This All Butter Pie Crust Works

The secret to this exceptional butter pie crust lies in using only cold unsalted butter, ensuring every bite is rich and flavorful without any greasy aftertaste. This specific ratio of flour to butter, combined with the use of ice cold water, guarantees an amazingly tender and flaky result that simply melts in your mouth. Forget complicated methods—this crust requires just one minute of active prep, making homemade pie crust accessible to everyone without any shortening.

What to Expect

Prepare for a truly classic pie experience. You'll find this all butter pie crust beautifully golden and crisp after baking, yet delightfully tender with distinct, delicate flaky layers. The pure, rich butter flavor is upfront, complementing any sweet or savory filling without overpowering it. It’s the kind of crust that makes a pie truly special, elevating your bakes to a professional standard every time.

Customization & Variations

While this recipe is perfect as written, you can easily adapt it for your needs. For a slightly sweeter crust, you could increase the granulated sugar by a small amount. This versatile pie crust is perfect for a wide range of uses, from classic sweet fruit pies and creamy custard pies to savory quiches and pot pies. You can also experiment with infusing herbs into the flour for savory applications, like rosemary or thyme.

Serving & Context

This versatile pie crust recipe is the ideal base for any occasion, from holiday feasts to everyday desserts. Serve it as the star of your apple pie, the foundation of your pumpkin pie, or the elegant shell for a berry tart. Its rich flavor and tender texture make it a showstopper every time.

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