Butter Crust

Craft the ultimate flaky and buttery foundation for your pies and tarts with this easy homemade Butter Crust recipe. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, a touch of sugar, and a splash of ice water, this pie dough delivers unparalleled texture and flavor. The key lies in keeping the butter cold and working it into the dough just enough to create those signature flaky layers. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this versatile crust can be quickly transformed into a sweet or savory base for your dessert and appetizer creations. Chill the dough, roll it out, and watch your culinary masterpiece come to life. Perfect for novices and seasoned bakers alike, this butter crust is your go-to recipe for pie perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons Ice water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar. Stir together until evenly mixed.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.

Step 3

Gradually drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork or your hands after each addition. Add just enough water until the dough holds together when pinched but is not sticky.

Step 4

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just until it comes together. Do not overwork the dough to maintain its flakiness.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two equal portions. Flatten each portion into a 1-inch thick disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before rolling out.

Step 6

When ready to use, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness, ensuring it fits your pie or tart pan. Trim excess dough and proceed with your recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	642.2 grams (642.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2840

Total Fat 194.90g	250%
Saturated Fat 122.00g	610%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 517mg	172%
Sodium 1218mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 241.60g	88%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 13.30g
Protein 33.00g	66%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 372mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.5%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 33.9%