Oil Based Pie Crust

Effortlessly flaky and incredibly versatile, this Oil-Based Pie Crust recipe is a game-changer for both sweet and savory pies. With just five pantry-friendly ingredients—like all-purpose flour, vegetable oil, and cold water—this no-chill, no-fuss dough comes together in only 15 minutes. The use of oil instead of butter makes this crust uniquely tender and wonderfully pliable, perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a dairy-free alternative. The dough rolls out like a dream and adapts seamlessly to double-crust pies, lattice tops, or intricate shapes. Whether you're baking a comforting pot pie or a decadent fruit-filled dessert, this easy pie crust recipe guarantees a golden, flaky base every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional, for sweet pies)
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil (such as canola or sunflower)
• 3 tablespoons Cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar (if using).

Step 2

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Pour the vegetable oil and cold water into the well.

Step 4

Using a fork or spoon, stir the mixture until it begins to come together into a rough dough.

Step 5

Gently knead the dough with your hands directly in the bowl until it forms a smooth ball. Be careful not to overwork the dough to keep it tender.

Step 6

Divide the dough into two equal portions (if making a double crust).

Step 7

Place one portion of dough between two sheets of parchment paper or wax paper. Roll it out to your desired thickness, typically about 1/8 inch.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the rolled dough to a 9-inch pie pan, removing one sheet of parchment and gently pressing the dough into the pan.

Step 9

Trim any excess dough hanging over the edge, leaving about 1/2 inch overhang if making a double-crust pie for crimping.

Step 10

Repeat the rolling process for the second portion if making a double-crust pie, or save the remaining dough for lattice or decorative elements.

Step 11

Proceed with filling and baking your pie as instructed in your specific pie recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	418.3 grams (418.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1937

Total Fat 120.70g	155%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1186mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 195.70g	71%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 13.10g
Protein 24.80g	50%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 35mg	3%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 258mg	5%

*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: 55.2%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 39.8%