Best 2 All Butter Pastry Recipes
"All butter pastry" is the gold standard of pastry dough, known for its rich, flaky layers and buttery flavor. This classic pastry is made with just a few simple ingredients: flour, butter, salt, and water. As the name suggests, no shortening or other fats are used, only real butter. All butter pastry takes a little more time and effort to make than other types of pastry dough, but the results are worth it. The dough can be used to make a variety of delicious pastries, such as croissants, puff pastry, and pies.
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ALL BUTTER PIE CRUST (PASTRY)
Flaky, forgiveable and stays crispy under the soggiest circumstances! And did I mention delicious?!
Provided by Battle in Seattle
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 1 double-crust pie pastry, 8-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut butter into 1/2-inch cubes and freeze for 10 minutes (not more).
- You can mix with your hands or with a hand-held pastry blender, but I prefer a food processor for ease.
- Process flour, salt and sugar together in food processor until combined, about 3 seconds. Add butter and pulse until butter is size of large peas, about ten one-second pulses.
- Using fork, mix sour cream and 1/3 cup ice water in small bowl until combined. Add half of sour cream mixture to flour mixture; pulse for three 1-second pulses. Repeat with remaining sour cream mixture.
- Pinch dough with fingers; if dough is floury, dry and does not hold together, add 1 to 2 tablespoons ice water (start with less), and process until dough forms large clumps and no dry flour remains, three to five 1-second pulses.
- Divide dough into two balls and flatten each into 4-inch disk; wrap each disk in plastic and refrigerate until firm but not too hard, 1 to 2 hours, before rolling.
- (Dough can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Let thoroughly chilled dough stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before rolling. Dough can also be frozen. I usually make at least one extra recipe's worth, form the dough into pie pans, then freeze for later use. Just thaw before using!).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.6, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 63.4, Sodium 298.5, Carbohydrate 31.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 4.4
NO-STRESS ALL-BUTTER PASTRY CRUST
If you can fold a napkin, you can make an old-fashioned pie crust-no food processor, no pastry knife, no vodka. Most important: no cracking or tearing. The dough is supple, smooth, and strong, so it's easy to handle and shape. It also freezes incredibly well, which is why I always make two. Besides, who doesn't want more pie? Especially one with a crust this tender, flaky, and crisp.
Provided by Stella Parks
Yield 2 (9-inch) pie crusts or 1 double crust
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Making the dough:
- Sift flour into a medium bowl (if using cup measures, spoon into the cups and level with a knife before sifting). Whisk in sugar and salt. Cut butter into 1/2-inch cubes, no smaller, and toss with flour to break up the pieces. Roughly smash each cube flat-nothing more! Stir in cold water and knead until the dough comes together in a ball. With a dough temperature at or below 70°F, it will feel dry to the touch.
- Transfer to a generously floured work space, sprinkle with more flour, and roll into a 10-by-15-inch sheet. Fold each 10-inch side toward the middle, and close the packet like a book. Fold top to bottom to make a thick block, then cut in half. Using as much flour as needed, roll one portion into a 14-inch round. Brush off excess flour, drape over a 9-inch tempered glass pie plate, making sure it's flush against the pan.
- Trim excess dough into a 1 1/4-inch overhang all around, then fold over to create a 3/4-inch border that sits on the rim of the plate; if positioned inside the rim, the crust will be too shallow to accommodate the filling. Pinch or press the border into a zigzag pattern, and repeat with remaining dough. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or overnight. Alternately, formed crusts can be frozen up to 3 months and thawed in a refrigerator before use.
- Baking the crust:
- Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and preheat to 350°F. Line the chilled crust with a large strip of foil (not parchment or wax paper), letting the excess loosely cover the rim. Fill with plain white sugar, a delicious alternative to options like rice or beans.
- Bake on an aluminum baking sheet until fully set and golden brown, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and carefully lift out the foil, setting it aside until the sugar has cooled. If the sides of the crust seem puffy or pale, continue baking 10 minutes more. Cool to room temperature. Use immediately, or wrap in plastic and store at room temperature for up to 24 hours.
- Key Point
- If the temperature climbs above 73°F in your kitchen, be aware that everything from your countertop to your rolling pin and the flour itself will act as a heat source to the butter. Combat these conditions by refrigerating your pie plate, rolling pin, and dry ingredients until cool-not cold or frozen. If needed, chill the countertops of a sweltering hot kitchen with bags of ice water.
- Mix It Up:
- Gluten-Free: Replace the all-purpose flour with 4 ounces (3/4 cup) white rice flour, 2 1/2 ounces (1/2 cup) cornstarch, 1 1/2 ounces (1/3 cup) tapioca flour, 1 ounce (1/4 cup) coconut flour, and 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum. Prepare the dough as directed, using a generous amount of cornstarch for dusting. The dough will crack along the creases as it's folded, but that's all right. After portioning the dough, roll to just 12 inches. Cut into quarters and transfer to the pie plate one at a time, pressing the pieces together and then sculpting the border like clay. Chill and bake as directed.
Tips for Making and Baking All-Butter Pie Crust:
- Always use high-quality butter for the best flavor and texture.
- Use a food processor or pastry blender to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Do not overmix, as this will develop the gluten in the flour and make the crust tough.
- Add just enough ice water to hold the dough together. Too much water will make the dough sticky and difficult to handle.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling out. This will help the dough to firm up and make it easier to work with.
- When rolling out the dough, do so on a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough from the center outward, starting from the top and working your way down. Do not over-roll the dough, as this will make it tough.
- When transferring the dough to the pie plate, fold it in half and then unfold it into the plate. This will help to prevent the dough from shrinking.
- Trim the edges of the dough and crimp them to seal. You can also use a fork to create a decorative edge.
- Before baking, prick the bottom of the dough with a fork to prevent it from bubbling up. You can also blind bake the crust by filling it with pie weights or dried beans and baking it for 10-12 minutes before filling.
- Bake the pie crust at a high temperature for the first 10-12 minutes to set the crust. Then, reduce the temperature and continue baking until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
Conclusion:
With a little practice, you can make all-butter pie crusts that are flaky, tender, and delicious. Whether you're making a classic apple pie or a savory chicken pot pie, a homemade all-butter pie crust will elevate your dish to the next level. So next time you're in the mood for a homemade pie, give this recipe a try!
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