Pie Crust Recipe With Egg And Vinegar And Butter
Nothing beats a homemade pie crust. The flaky texture and buttery taste make every bite worth savoring. If you're looking for a recipe that'll help you create the perfect crust for your pie, then you've come to the right place. This recipe uses a combination of egg, vinegar, and butter to create a crust that's both delicious and easy to work with.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/4 cup ice water
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Add the chilled, cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut it into the flour mixture. You should end up with pea-sized pieces of butter throughout the mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and white vinegar.
- Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir until well combined.
- Add the ice water to the mixture, one tablespoon at a time, stirring until a dough forms. You may not need all of the water, so be careful not to add too much.
- Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a ball. Flatten each ball into a disk and wrap them in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- When you're ready to use the dough, remove it from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to the desired thickness.
- Transfer the dough to your pie dish and trim the edges as needed.
- If you're making a pie that requires a pre-baked crust, prick the bottom of the crust all over with a fork and bake it in a 375°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the perfect pie crust:
- Use chilled butter and ice water to help keep the dough cold.
- Don't overwork the dough. Mix it until it just comes together and then stop.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour to help it firm up.
- Let the dough sit at room temperature for a few minutes before rolling it out to make it easier to work with.
- Use a sharp knife or kitchen shears to trim the edges of the crust.
- If you're making a pie that requires a pre-baked crust, prick the bottom of the crust all over with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
Conclusion
This pie crust recipe with egg and vinegar and butter is perfect for any type of pie you want to make. The combination of ingredients creates a dough that's both tender and flaky, and easy to work with. With these simple instructions and tips, you'll be making perfect pie crusts in no time.