Gather ’round, pie lovers! Today we’re diving into the magnificent world of pie crust. That’s right, the delightful circle of flaky goodness that cradles your favorite sweet or savory fillings. Let’s get whisking and rolling with a recipe that will have everyone begging for seconds!
Behold the Apple Pie Crust!
This golden-brown beauty is not just a feast for the eyes, but also a marvel for the taste buds. It’s the perfect blend of buttery goodness and flakiness that will make your pies pop!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
- Mix it Up: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Give it a good whisk to blend everything in. We want all those dry ingredients to mingle nicely.
- Butterfingers: Add the diced butter into the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your trusty hands, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. You’re aiming for small pea-sized balls here, not a snowstorm!
- Icy Hot: Stir in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture is just sticky enough to hold together. Don’t go overboard—remember, we’re not trying to create a gooey mess!
- Chill Time: Form the dough into a ball, then divide it in half. Flatten each half into a disk, wrap them in plastic wrap, and let them chill in the fridge for at least an hour. The dough needs its beauty rest!
- Roll with It: Once chilled, roll out one disk on a floured surface to fit your pie pan. Transfer it to the pan and trim the edges. Make sure to shoot some serious pie-making vibes as you do this—it really helps!
- Top It Off: Fill with your favorite pie filling (apple, for instance), roll out the second disk for the top crust, and cut slits for that beautiful lattice effect, if you’re feeling fancy. Or just slap it on top. We won’t judge!
- To the Oven! Bake at 425°F (220°C) for about 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes. Keep an eye on it—nobody likes a burnt crust!
And there you have it! A pie crust that is sure to impress anyone you serve it to. Slice it up, share the love, and don’t forget to save a piece for yourself—after all, you did all the hard work!