Easy As Pie Crust
Servings 1 9-inch pie crust
Calories 1540kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 3 Tbsp milk room temperature
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, use a fork to sift together the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the butter and milk.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients adding the butter mixture. Use a fork to gradually work the liquid into the flour until crumbly.
- Press the dough together gently forming it into a disk.
- Place the disc in the center of a 9-inch pie plate. Press firmly and evenly onto the bottom and sides of the dish. Use a fork to crimp the edges or flute.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes. Fill with your favorite sweet or savory fillings and bake.
- Blind Bake: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Use a fork to dock the bottom of the crust. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Fill and enjoy.
Notes
If using this crust for a dessert pie the sugar in the dough can be increased to 1 1/2 Tbsp.
Nutrition
Serving: 1crust | Calories: 1540kcal | Carbohydrates: 150g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 95g | Saturated Fat: 59g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 249mg | Sodium: 1997mg | Potassium: 389mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2909IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 9mg