Baking a pie is seen as a daunting task for many home bakers, even for the experienced ones. A pie crust can be tricky to get right, but with the right recipe and technique, you can master this classic dish. The secret ingredient that makes this foolproof pie dough recipe so special is vodka. When added to the dough, vodka creates a barrier between the gluten molecules, resulting in a more tender and flaky crust. Additionally, the alcohol in the vodka evaporates during baking, leaving no taste or smell behind. So grab your ingredients and let's embark on this culinary adventure to create a pie crust that will impress your family and friends!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EASY VODKA PIE CRUST
Easier to roll out than normal pie crust, but still with a flaky crust. It is VERY important that the ingredients be cold. This is what helps produce a flaky crust. This recipe is for an unsweetened pie crust. Just add sugar if you would like a sweetened crust.
Provided by LynJudd
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Pastry Crusts
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk flour and salt together in a mixing bowl.
- Cut the cold butter and then the shortening into the flour mixture with a knife or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle vodka and water over the top of the mixture. Fold together ingredients until mixture sticks together to form a tacky dough. Divide dough into 2 halves; flatten each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate 1 hour to 2 days.
- When you are ready to make your pie, remove dough from refrigerator, roll each piece out for your pie from the middle to the edge. Bake according to your pie directions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 45.8 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 414.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
FOOLPROOF PIE DOUGH
Vodka is essential to the texture of the crust and imparts no flavor - do not substitute. This dough, which was developed by a test-kitchen team led by J. Kenji Lopez-Alt for "America's Test Kitchen," will be moister and more supple than most standard pie doughs and will require more flour to roll out (up to 1/4 cup).
Provided by The New York Times
Categories dessert, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 2 pie crusts
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Process 1 1/2 cups flour, salt, and sugar in food processor until combined, about 2 one-second pulses. Add butter and shortening and process until homogeneous dough just starts to collect in uneven clumps, about 15 seconds (dough will resemble cottage-cheese curds, and there should be no uncoated flour). Scrape bowl with rubber spatula and redistribute dough evenly around processor blade. Add remaining cup flour and pulse until mixture is evenly distributed around bowl and mass of dough has been broken up, 4 to 6 quick pulses. Empty mixture into medium bowl.
- Sprinkle vodka and water over mixture. With rubber spatula, use folding motion to mix, pressing down on dough until dough is slightly tacky and sticks together. Divide dough into two even balls and flatten each into 4-inch disk. Wrap each in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 45 minutes or up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 909, UnsaturatedFat 28 grams, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 61 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 28 grams, Sodium 446 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 5 grams
VODKA PIE DOUGH
We use vodka in this pie dough to make it extra flaky and tender. (Don't worry, the booze cooks off and leaves no taste behind.)
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h10m
Yield dough for two 9-inch pies or 1 double-crust pie
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pulse the flour, lard, sugar, salt and 4 tablespoons of the butter in a food processor until it has the consistency of a fine meal. Add the remaining 8 tablespoons butter, and pulse until you have pea-sized pieces. Sprinkle the vodka and water over the flour, and pulse until the dough just comes together. Evenly divide the dough between 2 pieces of plastic wrap, and gently pat each into a round. Wrap each round tightly and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour and up to overnight.
FOOLPROOF PIE DOUGH (WITH VODKA!?)
I am so excited about this recipe! I just found it in Cook's Illustrated Magazine, November, 2007. I just may enjoy making pie crust again! The article is by J Kenji Alt.
Provided by Chef PotPie
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 1 pie, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Process 1 1/2 cups flour, salt, and sugar in food processor until combined, about 2 one-second pulses. Add butter and shortening and process until homogenous dough just starts to collect in uneven clumps, about 15 seconds (dough will resemble cottage cheese curds and there should be no uncoated flour). Scrape bowl with rubber spatula and redistribute dough evenly around processor blade. Add remaining cup flour and pulse until mixture is evenly distributed around bowl and mass of dough has been broken up, 4 to 6 quick pulses. Empty mixture into medium bowl.
- Sprinkle vodka and water over mixture. With rubber spatula, use folding motion to mix, pressing down on dough until dough is slightly tacky and sticks together. Divide dough into two even balls and flatten each into 4-inch disk. Wrap each in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 45 minutes or up to 2 days.
VODKA PIE CRUST DOUGH
This dough is a little difficult to work with, but it's worth the effort. A quality potato-based vodka eliminates any after taste in the finished pastry. It bakes up into absolutely the best-tasting pastry crust you will ever try!
Provided by Mike Zenk
Categories Desserts Pies Pie Crusts Pastry Crusts
Time 1h40m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut butter into 1/2 tablespoon-sized chunks. Arrange on a plate and freeze until hard, about 20 minutes.
- Sift flour into the bowl of a food processor. Add sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add 1/2 of the frozen butter pieces and mix until incorporated. Add the remaining butter pieces and pulse briefly until pea-sized chunks are visible; do not overmix.
- Transfer dough to a mixing bowl and add ice water and vodka. Mix with a hand pastry blender just until a crumbly dough forms. Use your hands to compress the crumbs into a single ball of dough. Divide dough in half then roll each half into a balls wrap in plastic, and press flat into a disc. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
- To use: remove from the refrigerator and roll each dough between 2 sheets of waxed paper; dough will be fairly sticky. Bake as directed for any pie recipe you are following.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 38.1 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 183 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
MARTHA STEWARTS FOOLPROOF PIE CRUST
Make and share this Martha Stewarts Foolproof Pie Crust recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kaccy G.
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put the flour, salt and sugar into a food processor and pulse once or twice.
- Add the butter and process until the mixture looks grainy.
- Then slowly, while pulsing, add the water until you can form the dough by pressing it between your fingers.
- Decant the loose dough onto a piece of plastic wrap.
- Using the wrap, fold the loose dough towards the middle and press with the back of your hands to form dough.
- Split into two pieces and wrap each and chill for at least 4 hours before using.
- Dough can be made ahead for up to one week.
Tips:
- Chilling the dough is essential for gluten relaxation, resulting in a flaky and tender crust. Vodka contributes to this process by preventing gluten formation during chilling.
- Use high-quality butter: The quality of butter directly impacts the taste and texture of the pie crust. Opt for unsalted butter with at least 82% butterfat content.
- Handle the dough gently: Overworking the dough can result in a tough crust. Use a pastry blender or two forks to combine the ingredients, and avoid kneading the dough.
- Use ice water: The cold water helps keep the butter cold and prevents gluten formation. Use a measuring cup filled with ice cubes and add water until it reaches the desired amount.
- Roll the dough out evenly: To ensure even cooking, roll the dough out to a uniform thickness. Use a rolling pin and start from the center, working your way out towards the edges.
- Prick the bottom of the pie crust: This allows steam to escape during baking, preventing the crust from bubbling up.
- Bake the pie crust in a preheated oven: The sudden heat helps set the shape of the crust and prevents it from shrinking.
Conclusion:
By following the tips and techniques outlined in this article, you'll be able to create a flaky, tender, and flavorful pie crust that will elevate your pies to the next level. Remember, practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if your first attempt isn't flawless. With time and patience, you'll master the art of making perfect pie crusts every time.
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