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Recipe For 9 Inch Deep Dish Pie Crust

Deep Dish Pie Crust

Introduction

If you love baking, then you know that a pie crust is the foundation of any delicious pie. The crust is what holds the filling together and gives the pie its structure. Today, we will be sharing with you a recipe for a 9 inch deep dish pie crust that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Ingredients

Pie Crust Ingredients

To make this deep dish pie crust, you will need the following ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water

Instructions

Pie Crust Instructions

Now that we have all of our ingredients ready, let's dive into the instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  2. Add the cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
  4. Divide the dough in half and flatten each half into a disk. Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  6. Remove one disk of dough from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes. This will make it easier to roll out.
  7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until it is about 12 inches in diameter and about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Transfer the dough to a 9 inch deep dish pie pan and gently press it into the bottom and sides of the pan.
  9. Trim any excess dough from the edges of the pan.
  10. Use a fork to prick the bottom and sides of the crust to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
  11. Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes or until it is lightly golden brown.
  12. Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely before adding your filling.

Tips and Tricks

Deep Dish Pie Crust Tips

Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the perfect deep dish pie crust:

  • Make sure your butter is cold. Cold butter is what creates those flaky layers in the crust.
  • Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture. Don't use a food processor, as this can overwork the dough and make it tough.
  • Don't overwork the dough. The less you handle it, the flakier it will be.
  • Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour before rolling it out. This will help prevent it from shrinking and puffing up during baking.
  • Prick the bottom and sides of the crust with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.

Conclusion

Now that you have the recipe for a delicious 9 inch deep dish pie crust, you can start making all sorts of sweet and savory pies. Just remember to follow the tips and tricks we shared with you to ensure that your crust turns out perfectly every time.

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