- LF

Sunday Table
February 19, 2025
This is by far the best pie crust I've ever had! The dough is surprisingly simple to make and always comes out tender, flaky, and buttery. I promise, it's worth the extra 15 minutes to take your pies from good to absolutely amazing!
6 Ingredients
Instructions
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By hand: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, and Kosher salt. Toss the butter cubes in the flour to coat. Using your fingers, "rub" the butter into the flour until you have a mix of long, shaggy pieces and pea-sized chunks. Work quickly to avoid melting the butter.
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In a food processor: Combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and Kosher salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse a couple of times to combine. Add the butter cubes to the flour and toss to coat with a fork. Pulse the mixture about 8-12 times, just until the butter is pea-sized. Pour the mixture into a large bowl.
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Combine the apple cider vinegar and ice water in a small measuring cup. Slowly drizzle the vinegar-water over the flour mixture, running your fingers through the flour to make sure everything is incorporated. Knead everything together just until you have a dry, shaggy dough.**
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Tip the dough onto a floured surface and knead a few more times, just until the dough is smooth and there are no more dry spots. Divide the dough into 2 equal pieces. Pat each piece into a 1-inch thick disc and wrap in plastic wrap or a reusable zipper bag.***
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Refrigerate the dough for at least an hour, preferably overnight. The dough can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.****
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Cold Butter is King 🧈Always use ice-cold butter cut into small cubes to create those signature flaky layers in your pie crust - the colder the butter, the more distinct and tender your pastry will be.
- Minimal Handling Magic ✋Work the pie dough as little as possible to prevent gluten development, which can make your crust tough and dense instead of light and crumbly.
- Resting is Essential 🕰️After mixing your pie dough, always refrigerate it for at least 1 hour to allow the gluten to relax and the butter to firm up, ensuring a more stable and flakier crust.
- Flour Dusting Technique 🌾Use a light touch when flouring your work surface, and rotate the dough frequently to prevent sticking and ensure an even, thin rolled-out crust.
- Blind Baking Brilliance 🥧For custard or cream pies, always blind bake your crust with pie weights to prevent a soggy bottom and ensure a crisp, golden foundation.
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