LOWER FAT PIE CRUST

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The flavor is great, and almost as flaky as the full-fat version. A great substitute when you need to cut the fat in a favorite pie! This makes enough dough for an 8 or 9 inch two-crust pie.

Provided by Elisa72

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
1/3 cup applesauce
4 -5 tablespoons cold water or 4 -5 tablespoons apple juice

Steps:

  • Mix the flour and salt in a large bowl.
  • Cut in the shortening until it is distributed evenly.
  • Add the applesauce and mix until blended evenly.
  • Stir in the water or juice with a fork until the dough starts to stick together, but is not sticky.
  • Work the dough into a ball, then turn onto a floured board and roll out as needed.
  • If the dough keeps springing back when rolled, let it rest for 10 minutes, then proceed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.2, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 294.4, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.2

MAD PARANORMAL
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This is the best pie crust recipe ever! It's so flaky and delicious.


Omar Faruk
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This pie crust is a crowd-pleaser. Everyone who tries it raves about it.


Jesse Romero
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I'm not a baker, but this pie crust recipe was so easy to follow. I was able to make a beautiful pie that everyone loved.


Shafi'u Ibrahim
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This pie crust is the perfect balance of flaky and tender. It's the perfect way to elevate any pie.


Rasel Pondit
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a healthier pie crust recipe for a long time.


Malik Abdebais
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This pie crust is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse it a few times.


Anas Malik
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I've been using this pie crust recipe for years, and it never fails me. It's always flaky and delicious.


Shahin Kazi
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This is the best pie crust recipe I've ever used. The crust is so flaky and tender, and it's the perfect complement to any pie filling.


solomon gebru
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I'm not a huge fan of pie crust, but this one is really good. It's flaky and buttery, and it doesn't have that weird cardboard taste that some pie crusts have.


Corey Carroll
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This pie crust is a great way to save calories without sacrificing taste.


Carrie Wood
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I've made this pie crust several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


AUSTIN WESTFALL
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to make a healthier pie crust.


KING KAIDEN
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5 stars! This pie crust is amazing!


H Abushleeb
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This is my new go-to pie crust recipe. It's easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Alish Bhujel
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I was skeptical at first, but this pie crust really is as good as everyone says it is. I'm definitely going to be using this recipe again and again.


Taurus 1989
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This recipe is a lifesaver for anyone who loves pie but is trying to eat healthier. The crust is just as good as the traditional kind, but it has half the fat.


Melissa O'Connor
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I've tried a lot of different pie crust recipes, but this one is by far the best. The crust is flaky and tender, and it holds up well to fillings.


iheart Magezi
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The instructions were easy to follow, and the pie crust came together quickly. I was able to make a beautiful pie that was enjoyed by my whole family.


Ehtisham Ul Hassan
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I love that this recipe uses less fat than traditional pie crust recipes. It makes me feel a little less guilty about indulging in a slice of pie.


Il'Leana Miller
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This pie crust recipe is a game-changer! I've been using it for all my pies and tarts, and it always turns out flaky and delicious.