Best 3 Lower Fat Pie Crust Recipes

Treat yourself to a guilt-free indulgence with our collection of lower-fat pie crust recipes. These innovative crusts offer a healthier alternative to traditional recipes, allowing you to enjoy your favorite pies without compromising on flavor or texture.

From the classic All-Butter Pie Crust to the unique Quinoa Pie Crust and the delectable Almond Flour Pie Crust, each recipe caters to different dietary preferences and allergies. Whether you're a vegan, gluten-free, or simply health-conscious, you'll find a pie crust recipe that suits your needs.

With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes ensure a hassle-free baking experience. Create flaky, golden-brown pie crusts that hold your fillings perfectly, whether it's a creamy fruit filling, savory meat, or a rich chocolate ganache.

So, preheat your oven and get ready to explore a world of lower-fat pie crust possibilities. From classic apple pie to hearty chicken pot pie, these recipes will revolutionize your baking and allow you to indulge in your favorite pies without sacrificing your health goals.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LOW-FAT ALL-PURPOSE PIE CRUST

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This pie crust recipe works well with almost any type of filling. Try it with this Veggie Goat Cheese Tart from Jenny Park, a member of the L.A. Ladies' Choir and owner of Trails Cafe in Los Angeles.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
4 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk

Steps:

In a food processor pulse together all-purpose flour, toasted wheat germ, salt, and baking powder. Add cold, unsalted butter, and process until largest pieces are the size of small peas.
With machine running, add low-fat buttermilk until dough just holds together.
Pat into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour (or overnight).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 g, Cholesterol 16 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 107 g

FAT FREE PIE CRUST

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This is the best fat-free pie crust that I have used so far. It is tender, light and has a great flavor.

Provided by Katie 7

Categories Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 1 crust

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons promise fat-free margarine
2 tablespoons cold water
3/4 teaspoon morton lite salt, but recomended (optional)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 475°F.
Mix together all of the ingredients. Stir with a fork until thoroughly mixed. Do not over-work the dough.
Shape this mixture into a ball and place it between two pieces of wax paper that have been dusted with flour. Roll the pastry into a circle large enough to fit in a 9-inch pie pan.
Spray pan with a non-fat cooking spray and Arrange crust in pan. Cut off the edges that hang over.
Prick the bottom with a fork and brush over with a little bit of beaten egg white. Bake 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before adding filling.
It's probably a good idea to prebake it before using it in almost any recipe.
Note: If you are making a pie where the filling needs to be cooked with the shell, simply bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or however long the recipe calls for. Work foil over edges while baking so the crust won't get overbrown. Remove foil for the last five minutes.

LOWER FAT PIE CRUST

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The flavor is great, and almost as flaky as the full-fat version. A great substitute when you need to cut the fat in a favorite pie! This makes enough dough for an 8 or 9 inch two-crust pie.

Provided by Elisa72

Categories Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
1/3 cup applesauce
4 -5 tablespoons cold water or 4 -5 tablespoons apple juice

Steps:

Mix the flour and salt in a large bowl.
Cut in the shortening until it is distributed evenly.
Add the applesauce and mix until blended evenly.
Stir in the water or juice with a fork until the dough starts to stick together, but is not sticky.
Work the dough into a ball, then turn onto a floured board and roll out as needed.
If the dough keeps springing back when rolled, let it rest for 10 minutes, then proceed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.2, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 294.4, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.2

Tips:

Use a food processor to make the dough. This will help to create a more uniform and flaky crust.
Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from shrinking and becoming tough.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. This will help to prevent the dough from sticking.
When transferring the dough to the pie plate, be sure to fold it in half and then unfold it. This will help to prevent the dough from tearing.
Trim the edges of the dough and then crimp them to seal the crust.
Bake the pie crust for 15-20 minutes, or until it is golden brown.
Let the pie crust cool completely before filling it.

Conclusion:

These lower-fat pie crust recipes are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional pie crusts. They are made with whole wheat flour, oats, and olive oil, which makes them a good source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. These pie crusts are also easy to make and can be used for a variety of pies, including fruit pies, cream pies, and savory pies. So next time you're making a pie, try one of these lower-fat pie crust recipes. You won't be disappointed!