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Easy Pie Crust Recipe: Discover the Secrets to Perfection!

Easy Pie Crust Recipe

A simple and foolproof recipe for making the perfect pie crust that is flaky and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the diced butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the mixture comes together.
  4. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish.
  6. Place the rolled dough into the pie dish and trim the edges.
  7. Fill with your desired filling and bake according to your pie recipe instructions.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is very cold for a flaky crust.
  • You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months.
  • For a sweeter crust, add more sugar to the dough.

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