Flaky Fun: Easy Homemade Sweet Dough Recipe

Cooking Time: Varies
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Recipe Yield: 5 pie crusts
Recipe Category: Pie
Keywords: Dessert, Canadian, < 15 Mins, Freezer, Easy

Nutritional Information (per serving – 1 pie crust):

• Calories: 1279.6
• Fat: 92g
  • Saturated Fat: 22.9g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 7.6mg
• Carbohydrates: 101.1g
  • Fiber: 3.4g
  • Sugar: 5.4g
• Protein: 12.9g

Ingredients:

• 5 cups flour
• 1 cup shortening
• 10 tablespoons cold water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • In a large sealable bowl, such as a Tupperware Thatsa Bowl, combine the flour and shortening.

2. Cut in the Shortening:

   • Use a pastry cutter to incorporate the shortening into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.

3. Add Cold Water:

   • Gradually pour the cold water around the inside edge of the bowl containing the flour and shortening mixture.

4. Seal and Shake:

   • Seal the bowl tightly with its lid. Shake the mixture vigorously until a thumping sound is heard, indicating the ingredients are well combined. This step can be a fun activity, especially for kids!

5. Divide the Dough:

   • Remove the seal and divide the dough into 5 equal portions, approximately 1 cup each. Each portion is suitable for a single pastry crust.

6. Storage

   • Any unused portions can be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or stored in an airtight container. The dough can also be frozen for future use.

This Pastry Perfect Sweet Dough recipe is ideal for making pie crusts quickly and easily. It’s versatile enough for both sweet and savory pies, and its preparation method makes it a fun and engaging activity for children to participate in. Whether you’re making a classic quiche or a delightful fruit pie, this dough will provide a perfect, flaky crust every time!