Flaky Bliss: Easy Food Processor Pie Crust Recipe

Food Processor Pie Crust Recipe

Overview:

Make and share this Food Processor Pie Crust recipe, perfect for your favorite pie fillings! This recipe yields 2 pie shells and takes just 15 minutes from start to finish.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Serves: 2 pie shells

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 5-6 tablespoons ice water

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Begin by measuring out 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2/3 cup of shortening. Make sure the shortening is cold for the best results.

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2. Combine Flour and Salt: In the bowl of a food processor, add the flour and salt. Pulse a few times to combine.

3. Add Shortening: Add the cold shortening to the flour mixture in the food processor. Pulse several times until the shortening is cut into pea-sized pieces and evenly distributed throughout the flour.

4. Drizzle in Water: While pulsing the food processor, drizzle in ice water one tablespoon at a time. Continue pulsing until the dough starts to come together and forms a ball. Be careful not to add too much water; you may need slightly more or less than the specified amount.

5. Form Dough: Once the dough forms a ball, stop the food processor. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface.

6. Divide and Roll: Cut the dough in half and shape each half into a ball. Roll out each ball into a circle, large enough to fit into your pie plates.

7. Fill Pie Plate: Carefully transfer one of the rolled-out dough circles into a pie plate. Gently press the dough into the bottom and sides of the plate.

8. Fill and Bake: Add your favorite pie filling to the prepared crust. Place the second rolled-out dough circle over the filling if making a double-crust pie. If making pre-baked pie shells, prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and bake at 450°F for 9-12 minutes, until lightly golden.

9. Serve: Once baked, allow the pie crust to cool slightly before serving with your desired filling.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 1059.4
• Total Fat: 69.6g
• Saturated Fat: 17.3g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 1174.1mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 95.4g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.4g
• Sugars: 0.3g
• Protein: 12.9g

Recipe Notes:

• This versatile pie crust can be used for both sweet and savory pies.
• Ensure the shortening is cold and cut into small pieces for a flaky crust.
• Adjust the amount of water as needed; the consistency of the dough should hold together but not be too wet.
• For a decorative edge, crimp the edges of the pie crust before baking.
• Store any leftover pie crust wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Enjoy creating delicious pies with this easy and flaky food processor pie crust recipe! 🥧