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Pie Crust

Flaky Pie Crust Recipe: Your Go-To for Perfect Pies Every Time

This Flaky Pie Crust is a versatile foundation for any pie, ensuring delicious results with every bake.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour for best results
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt can be reduced if using salted butter
  • 0.75 cups lard can be substituted with butter or shortening
  • 1 large egg aids in binding
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar improves tenderness
  • 4–5 tablespoons cold water add gradually to achieve consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Rolling Pin
  • Plastic wrap
  • Pie dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Never Fail Pie Crust
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  2. Add ¾ cup of cold lard to the flour mixture. Cut in the lard until the mixture resembles small, pea-sized crumbs.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar, and about 4–5 tablespoons of cold water until well blended.
  4. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while gently stirring with a fork, mixing until a soft dough starts to form.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just until it comes together. Divide into two disks.
  6. Wrap each disk tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Roll the dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface, maintaining even thickness.
  8. Transfer the rolled dough to a 9-inch pie dish and press it firmly into the base and sides.
  9. Trim excess dough, fold overhang under itself, and crimp edges. Chill for an additional 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Don't overmix to keep the crust flaky; refrigerate dough after shaping for best results.

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