Best 6 Granny Pattens Pie Crust Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to crafting the perfect granny pattens pie crust! This classic baking technique utilizes a combination of butter, flour, and ice water to create a flaky, tender, and golden-brown crust that will elevate any pie filling. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to ensure your granny pattens pie crust turns out flawless every time. So gather your ingredients, let's embark on this culinary journey, and discover the secrets to creating a pie crust that will leave your taste buds singing!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S PERFECT PIE CRUST



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My grandma knew how to make the best pies every year for Thanksgiving. The crust is tender and flaky and so easy to make! You will never buy from the store again!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
4 to 5 Tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl stir together flour and salt. With a pastry blender cut in shortening till pea-sized.
  • Sprinkle water on one tablespoon at a time tossing with a fork. Push moistened dough to the side. Mix till all flour is moistened. Don't mix too much or the crust will be hard.
  • Form into a ball and roll out on the floured surface. Turn and flour the dough a few times till it's the size you need.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 73 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRANDMA'S SECRET PIE CRUST



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The secret's out! A great basic pie crust recipe.

Provided by Felicia Bass

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Pastry Crusts

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups shortening
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
4 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In large bowl mix flour and salt. Cut in shortening with two butter knifes.
  • In separate bowl, mix together egg, vinegar, and water. Drizzle wet mixture into dry mixture, cutting it in.
  • Roll out dough, and fit into two 9 inch pie pans.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 150.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GRANDMOTHER'S SUPER FLAKY PIE CRUST



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This pie crust is delicious for all pies. with all the butter in it, this crust always bakes perfectly, and is never tough. i got this from my Grandmother. The secret to this flaky, buttery soft pie crust is all in the margarine.

Provided by Elisebeth

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 2 pie crusts

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup margarine, softened
3 tablespoons water (as needed)

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 350 F degrees (Fahreinheit).
  • pour flour into medium bowl, add margarine using pastry blender (or crisscrossing with knives) until lumps are slightly smaller than pea-size.
  • Add water. mix gently with fork until dough comes away from the sides of bowl. (you may need more water) be very gentle, and try not to mix too much.
  • transfer half of dough to a sheet of wax paper lightly sprinkled with flour. sprinkle a little flour onto top of pie dough.
  • cover pie dough with another sheet of wax paper.
  • roll out so the pie crust is level, and not too thick in one place, or too thin in another. (about 11 or 12 inches in diameter).
  • peel off top layer of wax paper from dough, and place pie pan on top of dough. carefully slide your hand underneath bottom layer of wax paper, and flip.
  • Then,carefully peel the wax paper from pie dough, and ease into pan.
  • repeat steps 4-8 with other half of dough.
  • Bake for 15 min, or so or until golden brown in color.
  • Fill with any pie filling!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1063.3, Fat 69.3, SaturatedFat 12, Sodium 800.7, Carbohydrate 96.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 13.7

PERFECT PIE CRUST



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Try this recipe for Perfect Pie Crust from Food Network's Ina Garten.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Yield 2 (10-inch) crusts

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) very cold unsalted butter
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup very cold vegetable shortening
6 to 8 tablespoons (about 1/2 cup) ice water

Steps:

  • Dice the butter and return it to the refrigerator while you prepare the flour mixture. Place the flour, salt, and sugar in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade and pulse a few times to mix. Add the butter and shortening. Pulse 8 to 12 times, until the butter is the size of peas. With the machine running, pour the ice water down the feed tube and pulse the machine until the dough begins to form a ball. Dump out on a floured board and roll into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Cut the dough in half. Roll each piece on a well-floured board into a circle, rolling from the center to the edge, turning and flouring the dough to make sure it doesn't stick to the board. Fold the dough in half, place in a pie pan, and unfold to fit the pan. Repeat with the top crust.

GRANDMA LYNA'S BEST PIE CRUST



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Back in 1912, my 13 year old grandmother ran away from home and the 12 brothers & sisters she was stuck caring for, and took a position of head baker at the Black Bear Hotel in downtown Duluth. It was a different time, back then; Pie ruled and was King, Queen and Princess. She made 50 pies per day, Monday through Friday, but on the weekends, she made upward of 75 to 100 pies. This is the ONLY crust she used for her 1000's of pies! This year, 2012, this recipe is now over 100 years old and in constant use throughout the generations. I also wanted to add, that I found out by accident that rolling out the crust between two Silpat mats is a dream come true: peels right off, NO stick! Happy Baking!

Provided by The_Swedish_Chef

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 crusts

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour (I ONLY use King Arthur brand)
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chilled butter, cut into 6 pieces (chilled hard)
3 tablespoons lard or 3 tablespoons Crisco, chilled
1 large egg, beaten lightly
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (but, I've used pear, champagne or other flavoured vinegars)
1/4 cup ice water

Steps:

  • ALL INGREDIENTS AND TOOLS MUST BE ICE COLD, INCLUDING FLOUR AND SUGAR! MEASURE IN ADVANCE AND PLACE IN REFRIGERATOR FOR 1/2 AN HOUR BEFORE MAKING CRUST.
  • Measure flour, confectioner's sugar, and salt into work bowl of food processor. Pulse quickly 2-3 times.
  • Uncover bowl, add butter and lard/shortening, process 5-10 seconds until JUST blended.
  • Through feed tube, add beaten egg and vinegar and 1/2 of the water. Pulse 2-3 times.
  • Watching dough constantly, slowly drizzle the remaining water into the dough as processor is turning, STOPPING INSTANTLY when the dough begins to clump together. (It will look lumpy, rough and riddled with the yolk and butter. THIS IS NORMAL!).
  • Turn dough onto Saran Wrap. press into rough circle of pie pan shape, wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Take off Saran Wrap. Roll chilled dough out between 2 layers of parchment paper. Lay into pan, fill and bake. Happy Baking!

RUTH'S GRANDMA'S PIE CRUST



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This recipe is over 100 years old. My sister-in-law's grandmother said it was a no-fail recipe. It's the best I ever had.

Provided by barbara castodio

Categories     Desserts     Pies

Time 10m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups shortening
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 egg
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, shortening, sugar, and salt. Blend together with a pastry cutter until crumbly.
  • In a small bowl, mix egg with water. Blend into flour mixture. Chill in refrigerator until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Cholesterol 5.8 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 148 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Use cold butter: This will help prevent the butter from melting into the flour and creating a greasy pie crust.
  • Work the butter into the flour quickly: You don't want to overwork the dough, as this will make it tough.
  • Add just enough water to bring the dough together: The dough should be moist but not sticky.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out: This will help prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven.
  • Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface: This will help prevent the dough from sticking.
  • Trim the edges of the dough: This will help prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven.
  • Bake the pie crust in a preheated oven: This will help prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • Let the pie crust cool before filling it: This will help prevent the crust from cracking.

Conclusion:

Granny Patten's pie crust is a classic recipe that is easy to follow and produces delicious results. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect pie crust every time. Whether you are making a sweet or savory pie, Granny Patten's pie crust is a great option. So next time you are in the mood for a homemade pie, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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