Butter Flaky Pie Crust
This all-butter pie crust recipe makes a buttery dough that bakes into a crisp and flaky crust every time—perfect for any single-crust pie or tart.
Instructions
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1
{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}
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2
{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Use a pastry blender to cut in chilled, diced butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.'}
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3
{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Add 1 tablespoon cold water at a time, mixing with a spatula or your hands until the dough comes together; you may need less than 1/4 cup water.'}
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4
{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.'}
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5
{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Place chilled dough on a generously floured surface and roll out to an 11-inch circle, adding more flour to your rolling pin as needed.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Carefully roll dough onto the rolling pin, then unroll over a 9-inch pie dish. Press dough evenly into the bottom and sides of the dish. Trim any excess dough and flute the edges.'}
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7
{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Blind-bake or fill and bake as directed in your pie recipe.'}
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8
{'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Enjoy!'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (8 servings total)