This butter flaky pie crust recipe makes a perfectly tender and delicious crust that is ideal for pies, tarts, and quiches. Easy to follow and quick to prepare, it’s a must-have for any baking enthusiast.
Preparation time
20min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 60 ml ice water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 226 grams unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Step 2
Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3
Stir in the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the mixture forms a ball.
Step 4
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 5
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish.
Step 6
Place the rolled dough into the pie dish, trim the excess and flute the edges.
Step 7
Fill with your desired filling and bake as required by your pie recipe.