LEMON ZEST PIE CRUST
A refreshing twist on an ordinary pie crust. This lemon pie crust works nicely for tarts or berry-filled pies.
Provided by Emily
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sift flour and sugar into a large bowl. Cut in butter until it is in pea-sized pieces.
- Make a "well" in the flour mixture. Pour in water and lemon zest. Carefully fold into the flour mixture until lightly combined.
- Make another "well" and pour in lemon juice; lightly fold into the batter. Repeat with vanilla extract. Add more water if needed to bring the dough together.
- Form dough into 2 separate, equal-sized discs and cover in plastic wrap. Let rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 36.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
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Annmarie Serrano
[email protected]I can't wait to try this pie crust recipe. It sounds delicious!
Donna Barry
[email protected]This pie crust is absolutely gorgeous. It's the perfect finishing touch for any pie.
Rana Shahwaiz
[email protected]I love that this pie crust is made with all-natural ingredients. I feel good about serving it to my family and friends.
Ds Aseem
[email protected]This pie crust is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's not too lemony, and it's not too bland.
Gafadi Bikash
[email protected]I was a little skeptical about using lemon zest in a pie crust, but I'm so glad I tried it. It adds a really unique and delicious flavor.
Sk Shipon
[email protected]This pie crust is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker like me. It turned out perfectly the first time I tried it.
Trinity Barwick
[email protected]I've made this pie crust several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!
Raniya Henley
[email protected]This is the best pie crust recipe I've ever tried. It's flaky and buttery, and it holds up perfectly to all kinds of fillings.
Ajju Rao
[email protected]I love the bright, citrusy flavor of this pie crust. It's the perfect complement to a creamy, tangy lemon filling.
james waldrep
[email protected]This lemon zest pie crust is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I've used it for both sweet and savory pies, and it's always perfect. I highly recommend it!