Never Fail Pie Crust

Master the art of impeccable pie-making with this "Never Fail Pie Crust" recipe—a foolproof and versatile option for all your pie-baking needs. Combining the perfect ratio of all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and vegetable shortening, this crust delivers rich, buttery flavor and a flaky, tender texture every time. A splash of white vinegar enhances the dough's workability, while ice-cold water ensures it rolls out effortlessly without becoming sticky. Ideal for both sweet and savory fillings, this recipe makes two crusts, perfect for double-crust pies or freezing for future use. Whether you're crafting a classic apple pie or a quiche, this reliable pie crust will elevate your homemade creations into bakery-worthy masterpieces.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable shortening (cold)
• 6 tablespoons Ice water
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter and vegetable shortening to the flour mixture.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter and shortening into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized chunks remaining. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the ice water and white vinegar.

Step 5

Sprinkle the ice water mixture over the flour-butter mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, gently stirring with a fork after each addition. Stop adding water once the dough begins to come together but is not sticky. You may not need all 6 tablespoons.

Step 6

Gently gather the dough into two equal portions and shape each into a flat disk. Wrap each disk tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.

Step 7

Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie dish. Ensure the dough is about 1/8 inch thick and extend slightly beyond the edges of the dish.

Step 8

Proceed to fill and bake your pie according to your desired recipe, or blind bake the crust if needed for specific fillings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	757.6 grams (757.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3854

Total Fat 314.90g	404%
Saturated Fat 149.60g	748%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 517mg	172%
Sodium 2398mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 229.10g	83%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 0.80g
Protein 33.00g	66%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 375mg	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: 73.0%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 23.6%