Easy Fruit Pie Crust
A buttery, slightly sweet crust perfect for pies and tarts. Crisp, tender, and easy to make - ideal for any filling!
Servings: pie crusts
Calories: 2596kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups shortening
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, shortening, sugar, and salt until crumbly.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg and water together.
- Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and mix with a fork until combined.
- Knead the dough lightly until it comes together. Do not overwork the dough to keep it flaky.
- Divide the dough into two portions and roll it out on a floured surface.
- Place the dough into a pie pan and trim excess edges. Use as needed for your favorite fruit pies!
Notes
Crust can be baked with the filling or bake the crust at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.
Makes two crusts
Makes two crusts
Serving: 1gCalories: 2596kcalCarbohydrates: 209gProtein: 29gFat: 184gSaturated Fat: 46gPolyunsaturated Fat: 52gMonounsaturated Fat: 75gTrans Fat: 24gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 1209mgPotassium: 298mgFiber: 7gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 119IUCalcium: 54mgIron: 12mg
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