Pie Crust Recipe For 9.5 Inch Pan
Introduction
Have you ever wanted to make a pie from scratch but didn't know where to start? One of the most important parts of making a pie is the crust. In this article, we will show you how to make a delicious pie crust for a 9.5 inch pan.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 2-4 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
Follow these steps to make the perfect pie crust:
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
- Add the cold butter and use a pastry blender or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add 2 tablespoons of ice water and mix until the dough comes together.
- If the dough is too dry, add more ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a ball and flatten it into a disk. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9.5 inch pie pan.
- Gently transfer the dough to the pie pan and trim the edges.
- Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent it from puffing up while baking.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely before filling.
Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the perfect pie crust:
- Make sure your butter is cold. This will help create a flaky crust.
- Handle the dough as little as possible to prevent it from becoming tough.
- Chill the dough before rolling it out to prevent it from sticking to your rolling pin.
- If the dough starts to crack while you're rolling it out, simply press it back together with your fingers.
- Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent it from puffing up while baking.
Conclusion
With this easy recipe, you can make a delicious pie crust for a 9.5 inch pan that will impress your family and friends. Follow our tips and you'll have the perfect crust every time.