Hot Water Pie Crust

Discover the secret to pie perfection with this Hot Water Pie Crust recipe—an old-fashioned technique that guarantees a tender, flaky crust every time. Unlike traditional pie dough, this recipe combines boiling water with melted butter and lard for a uniquely pliable texture that's easy to work with, making it ideal for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. With just five simple ingredients—flour, salt, butter, lard or shortening, and boiling water—this crust comes together in under 20 minutes and requires minimal effort. Perfect for both sweet and savory pies, it rolls out beautifully and bakes to golden perfection, providing a sturdy yet delicate base for your favorite fillings. Whether you're making a classic double-crust pie, a single-crust tart, or experimenting with creative pastry shapes, this hot water crust will elevate your baking game.

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 60 grams Lard or shortening
• 120 milliliters Boiling water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until well combined.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and lard (or shortening) together until fully liquefied.

Step 3

Pour the boiling water into the saucepan with the melted fats, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and fully emulsified.

Step 4

Quickly pour the hot liquid mixture into the bowl with the flour and salt. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a dough begins to form.

Step 5

When the dough is cool enough to handle, transfer it to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes until smooth and cohesive.

Step 6

Divide the dough into two portions if making a double crust or keep it whole for a larger single crust pie.

Step 7

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before rolling out.

Step 8

When ready to use, roll the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and proceed with assembling your pie as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	301.2 grams (301.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1378

Total Fat 158.60g	203%
Saturated Fat 81.50g	408%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 312mg	104%
Sodium 2376mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 0.00g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 0.00g
Protein 0.80g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 25mg	2%
Iron 0mg	0%
Potassium 25mg	1%

*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: 99.8%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 0.0%