In the realm of baking, the allure of a golden, flaky pie crust can often be overshadowed by the fear of a dense, crumbly mess. The traditional methods of pie crust making, involving copious amounts of shortening and chilling, can be daunting for novice bakers. However, there exists a simpler path to pie crust greatness – the easy-to-roll, no-shortening pie crust. This innovative approach streamlines the process, eliminating the need for lengthy chilling and relying instead on a combination of simple ingredients and a foolproof technique. Embark on this culinary journey with us as we delve into the secrets of crafting the perfect no-shortening pie crust, ensuring your next baking adventure is a resounding success.
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EASY OIL PIE CRUST
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a bowl, mix the flour and salt with a wire whisk.
- Stir in the oil until combined.
- Add the cold milk or water until mixed completely. The consistency will be crumbly.
- Place mixture in the middle of an 8- or 9-inch pie plate. Spread dough out with your fingers, covering the bottom of the plate, up along the sides and over the rim.
- Bake according to pie recipe directions, either blind baking it first for custard pies or unbaked fillings or filling it and baking it whole.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 134 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize 9-inch pie crust (1 portion), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
NO FAIL PIE CRUST I
I found this recipe years ago, and have not made any other since. This dough freezes very well.
Provided by Lenn
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Pastry Crusts
Time 10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in shortening until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix egg, water, and vinegar together in a separate bowl. Pour into flour all at once and blend with a fork until dough forms into a ball. Divide into 3 equal-sized rounds.
- Wrap with plastic and chill in a refrigerator until ready to prepare.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 27.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
MY NO ROLL PIE CRUST
The only pie crust I will use anymore. Its flaky and slightly sugary and oh so easy to do. Note: due to some major discrepencies please use a good quality oil, preferably a vegetable and a good name brand like Mazola, it may not seem like it will make a difference but in the end it will, also use new oil not something that has been sitting around for a while.
Provided by LAURIE
Categories Pie
Time 25m
Yield 1 pie, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients together with a fork in a pie pan.
- Make a well in the center and add the oil and milk.
- Mix with a fork til it makes a ball.
- Flatten and press into the pan in pie crust shape and flute the edge.
- Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes until golden.
- One crust pie, excellent for cream pies and crumb topped baked pies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 0.7, Sodium 390.7, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 3.4
NO ROLL PIE CRUST II
I never could figure out how to roll out a pie crust so my grandma gave me this wonderful recipe when I was ten, and I still use it, it's really easy!
Provided by LAURA_1221
Categories Desserts Pies Pie Crusts Pastry Crusts
Time 23m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a 9 inch pie plate, sift flour, sugar and salt. make a well in the center and pour in oil and milk. Mix with a fork, then press into the bottom and sides of pie plate.
- To bake: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C.) Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 147.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
ALL-PURPOSE EASY SHORTENING PIE DOUGH
This is a nice easy pie crust. I use 2 knives when I cut the shortening into flour mixture since I do not have a pastry blender.
Provided by Gingerbear
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 pie, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the flour and salt in a medium bowl.
- Using a pastry blender, cut in the shortening until the mixture is crumbly, with a few pea-sized pieces of shortening.
- Sprinkle in the water and mix with a fork, adding just enough until the mixture is moistened and begins to clump together.
- Gather up the dough and form into a flat disk.
- You can use this dough immediately or proceed to the next step.
- Wrap the dough in wax paper or plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for atleast 20 minutes or up to overnight.
- If chilled until hard, let the dough stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly before rolling.
- ********Double-CrustShortening Pie Dough*********.
- Use all-purpose flour, salt, vegetable shortening and ice-cold water.
- Divide the dough into 2 equal pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.1, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 7.5, Sodium 291.9, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.8
Tips:
- Always use cold butter. Cold butter is easier to work with and will create a flakier crust.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make it tough.
- Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help the dough to hold its shape and prevent it from sticking to the rolling pin.
- Use a light touch when rolling out the dough. Don't press down too hard, or you will end up with a tough crust.
- Don't be afraid to add a little flour if the dough is too sticky. Just be careful not to add too much, or the crust will be dry.
Conclusion:
With a little practice, you'll be able to make a perfect pie crust every time. Just remember to use cold butter, don't overwork the dough, and chill it before rolling it out. With these tips in mind, you'll be able to enjoy delicious homemade pies for years to come.
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