Tenderflake Pie Crusts

Create perfect, bakery-quality pies every time with this classic Tenderflake Pie Crust recipe—a timeless favorite celebrated for its incredible flakiness and buttery tenderness. Featuring simple ingredients like Tenderflake lard, all-purpose flour, and a splash of vinegar for added elasticity, this easy-to-make dough ensures a consistently light and flaky texture. Whether you're crafting a savory pot pie or a fruit-filled dessert masterpiece, this versatile crust is the ultimate foundation. With just 20 minutes of prep time, plus a short rest in the fridge, you’ll have six perfectly portioned pie crusts ready to roll, shape, and bake to golden perfection. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe guarantees professional results with minimal fuss.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 lb Tenderflake lard
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 0.5 cups cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt to combine.

Step 2

Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut the lard into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. You should still see small pea-sized pieces of lard, as these contribute to the flaky texture.

Step 3

In a small bowl, beat the egg lightly and then mix in the white vinegar and the cold water.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the flour-lard mixture and pour in the liquid ingredients. Gently mix with a fork until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing, as this will result in a tougher crust.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide it into 6 equal portions and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap each disk tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using. This allows the dough to relax and become easier to roll out.

Step 6

When ready to use, roll out each pie crust disk on a lightly floured surface to the desired thickness, rotating frequently to maintain a circular shape and prevent sticking.

Step 7

Use the rolled-out pie crusts to line pie pans for a base or cover filled pies. Trim, crimp, or decorate the edges as desired.

Step 8

Bake according to your specific pie recipe instructions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1255 grams (1255.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6298

Total Fat 467.20g	599%
Saturated Fat 177.40g	887%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 638mg	213%
Sodium 4844mg	211%
Total Carbohydrate 458.40g	167%
Dietary Fiber 16.30g	58%
Total Sugars 1.40g
Protein 68.60g	137%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 113mg	9%
Iron 29mg	159%
Potassium 725mg	15%

*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: 66.6%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 29.0%