Healthier Pie Crust
Craving a delicious pie but looking for a healthier option? Look no further! This casual healthier pie crust recipe is here to satisfy your taste buds while keeping things nutritious. Made with organic and unbleached flour, pure cane sugar, sea salt, and butter, this recipe will have you enjoying a guilt-free slice of pie. Let's get started!
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (organic and unbleached)
- 1/2 tbsp pure cane sugar
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 sticks butter
- 8 tbsp ice cold water (you might not use it all)
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, pure cane sugar, and sea salt. Give it a quick stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.
2. Cut the butter into small cubes and add them to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This can take a few minutes, so be patient!
3. Gradually add the ice cold water, one tablespoon at a time, while gently mixing the dough with a fork. Continue adding water until the dough comes together and can be formed into a ball. You might not need to use all 8 tablespoons, so use your judgment.
4. Once the dough has formed, divide it into two equal portions. Flatten each portion into a disc shape and wrap them in plastic wrap. Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour to allow it to chill and rest.
5. Preheat your oven to the desired temperature for your pie recipe.
6. After the dough has chilled, remove one disc from the refrigerator and place it on a lightly floured surface. Roll out the dough into a circle that is slightly larger than the size of your pie pan.
7. Gently transfer the rolled-out dough to your pie pan and press it into the bottom and sides, making sure there are no air pockets. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges.
8. Repeat the rolling and transferring process with the second disc of dough if your pie recipe requires a top crust.
9. Fill your pie crust with your desired filling and proceed with your pie recipe as directed.
10. Bake the pie according to your recipe's instructions, until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
And there you have it - a casual healthier pie crust that will make your taste buds dance with joy! By using organic and unbleached flour, pure cane sugar, and sea salt, you can indulge in a delicious pie while keeping things on the healthier side. So go ahead, whip up your favorite pie filling and enjoy a guilt-free slice of homemade goodness. Happy baking!