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Easy Homemade Pie Crust

Easy Homemade Pie Crust

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Create an unbeatable dessert with this Easy Homemade Pie Crust recipe! Perfectly flaky and customizable, this versatile crust serves as the ideal foundation for both sweet and savory pies. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll master the art of pie-making in no time. This crust ensures a tender, buttery texture that elevates any filling, whether it’s a classic apple pie or a savory chicken pot pie. Follow our straightforward instructions to achieve pie perfection, and don’t forget to chill your dough for optimal results. Your family and friends will be impressed with your baking skills!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup ice-cold water

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add cubed cold unsalted butter and blend until crumbly using a pastry blender or your fingers.
  2. In a measuring jug, mix apple cider vinegar with ice-cold water. Gradually pour over the dry mixture, stirring gently to form a dough.
  3. Shape the dough into a ball, divide into two disks, wrap in foil, and chill for 1 hour.
  4. Roll out one disk between sheets of baking parchment into a circle slightly larger than a 9-inch pie dish. Fit it into the greased dish and chill while preparing your filling.

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