Description
If you’re on a mission to make the *ultimate* pie, this flaky bakery-style pie crust will get you there. This foolproof dough creates perfectly crisp, golden layers with just the right balance of buttery richness and tender bite. Whether you’re making fruit pies, savory quiches, or custard tarts, this is your go-to crust. It’s the ideal foundation for any filling—easy to handle, forgiving to roll out, and a dream to bake. Perfect for home bakers who want bakery-quality results without the fuss. Great for quick breakfasts, dinner ideas, and all-around easy recipes when you need delicious food ideas that shine.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2 cup vegetable shortening, cold
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
6–8 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
2. Add cold butter and shortening. Cut into the flour until the mix resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until dough holds when pressed.
4. Divide into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
5. On a floured surface, roll one disc into a circle about 1/8-inch thick.
6. Fit into pie pan, trim edges, and crimp. Dock bottom with a fork.
7. Blind bake if needed: line with parchment and fill with pie weights.
8. Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes. Remove weights and bake 10–12 minutes more until golden.
Notes
Make sure your butter and shortening are *very* cold for the flakiest results.
You can freeze the dough discs for up to 3 months—just thaw overnight in the fridge before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg