Lemon Zest Pie Crust
With citrus flavor from zest and juice, this easy lemon zest pie crust recipe makes the ultimate base for pies and tarts and a variety of fillings.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Sift flour and sugar into a large bowl. Cut in butter with 2 knives or pastry blender until pea-sized.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Make a well in flour mixture; pour in 3 tablespoons water and lemon zest and carefully fold into flour mixture until lightly combined.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Make another well; pour in lemon juice and lightly fold into dough. Repeat with vanilla extract. Add more water if needed to bring dough together.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Form dough into 2 equal-sized discs; cover in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator before using, at least 30 minutes.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (16 servings total)