Totally Awesome Pie Pastry

Introducing the "Totally Awesome Pie Pastry," a flawless, buttery foundation for both sweet and savory pies! This easy homemade pie crust recipe uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for a tender, flaky texture every time. Perfect for beginners and experts alike, the dough comes together effortlessly with minimal prep and chills beautifully for a stress-free baking experience. Whether you're crafting a classic apple pie or a hearty chicken pot pie, this versatile pastry dough strikes the perfect balance between structure and melt-in-your-mouth goodness. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and make-ahead options, you'll enjoy the ease and deliciousness of this must-try recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (omit for savory pastries)
• 6 tablespoons ice water
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your hands, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the ice water and apple cider vinegar.

Step 4

Slowly drizzle the vinegar-water mixture into the flour and butter mixture, one tablespoon at a time, gently stirring with a fork after each addition. Add just enough water for the dough to come together when lightly pressed. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and gently press it together. Divide the dough into two equal portions and form each into a disc shape.

Step 6

Wrap each disc tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 days, to allow the dough to chill and relax.

Step 7

When ready to use, roll out each disc of pastry on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness and size, based on your pie dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	647.2 grams (647.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2842

Total Fat 194.90g	250%
Saturated Fat 122.00g	610%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 517mg	172%
Sodium 1218mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 241.70g	88%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 13.40g
Protein 33.00g	66%

Vitamin D 117IU	584%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 376mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 33.9%