Pie Crust Recipe: Flaky and Buttery
Flaky all-butter pie crust for any filling.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar optional
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6-8 tbsp ice water
- Optional: Egg wash 1 egg + 1 tsp water, coarse sugar
- Suggested Pairings: Pie fillings coffee
Instructions
- Mix flour, salt, and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly.
- Add ice water, form dough; divide into 2 disks, and chill for 1 hour.
- Roll into a 12-inch circle and fit into a 9-inch pie dish; crimp edges.
- Chill for 30 minutes (optional); blind bake at 375°F for 25 minutes if needed.
- Brush with egg wash, sprinkle sugar (for sweet pies).
- Serve in a white ceramic dish with fillings and coffee.
Notes
- Keep butter cold for flakiness.
- Store dough in the fridge for 2 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Try a gluten-free variation.
- Pair with whipped cream.