Pat-In-The-Pan Pie Crust
The pat-in-the-pan pie crust is a quick and easy alternative to the traditional rolled pie crust. It requires no rolling pin and is perfect for those who want a homemade crust without the fuss.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 5.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoon Ice water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Add the unsalted butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Gather the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disk, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
- Carefully transfer the dough to the pie dish and press it evenly into the bottom and sides.
- Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges.
- Fill the pie crust with your desired filling.
- Bake according to the recipe of your chosen pie filling.
- Allow the pie crust to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 190kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.