Healthy Pie Crust

Elevate your baking game with this Healthy Pie Crust recipe, a wholesome foundation for both sweet and savory creations. Made with a nutrient-rich blend of whole wheat pastry flour and almond flour, this crust is packed with fiber and a subtly nutty flavor. Featuring optional swaps for unsalted butter or coconut oil and Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt, it’s easily customizable for vegan diets. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this no-cook crust comes together effortlessly, yielding a tender and flaky texture that's perfect for your favorite pies. Whether you're crafting a hearty vegetable quiche or a luscious fruit tart, this versatile and health-conscious pie crust is your go-to for guilt-free indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
• 0.5 cups Almond flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.33 cups Cold unsalted butter (or coconut oil for a vegan option)
• 0.25 cups Plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for a vegan option)
• 3 tablespoons Cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, almond flour, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

Cut the cold unsalted butter (or coconut oil) into small cubes and add 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

Stir in the plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for a vegan option) until the mixture starts to come together. It should still be a bit crumbly.

Step 4

Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork or your hands after each addition. Stop as soon as the dough holds together when pressed. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender crust.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a disk and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and firm up.

Step 6

When ready to use, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer carefully to your pie dish.

Step 7

Use as directed in your pie recipe, either pre-baking or filling as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	411.6 grams (411.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1527

Total Fat 92.80g	119%
Saturated Fat 43.60g	218%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 176mg	59%
Sodium 621mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 151.10g	55%
Dietary Fiber 27.10g	97%
Total Sugars 4.00g
Protein 40.70g	81%

Vitamin D 51IU	253%
Calcium 224mg	17%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 805mg	17%

*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: 52.1%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 37.7%