Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to gluten-free pie crusts. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect flaky, buttery, and tender crust that will elevate your pies, tarts, and quiches to new heights. Explore a variety of recipes, from the classic all-purpose gluten-free flour blend to innovative options featuring almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, our detailed instructions and expert tips will empower you to create a gluten-free pie crust that will impress your family and friends. Embrace the joy of baking and embark on a delectable adventure with our collection of gluten-free pie crust recipes.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
NEVER-FAIL GLUTEN-FREE PIE CRUST
A gluten-free pie crust using common ingredients. I've adjusted the method over time and have found this final recipe to work every time. It is perfect for both sweet and savory dishes. The trick is leaving large chunks of butter, whole, so they create a flaky crust. The baked crust holds its shape quite well and delivers a nice slice of filled pie beautifully without falling apart.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Pastry Crusts
Time 1h10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place brown rice flour in a resealable plastic bag. Add butter to the bag one cube at a time, shaking to coat each cube evenly with flour. Seal bag and place in the freezer for 15 minutes.
- Whisk eggs and vinegar together in a small bowl. Place in the refrigerator.
- Pour gluten-free flour into a large bowl. Cut in butter with your fingers until mixture resembles pebbles with some large lumps of butter remaining. Stir in egg and vinegar mixture. Mix in water one tablespoon at a time until dough is no longer sticky and forms a ball.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap; refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Divide dough into 2 pieces and roll out to desired thickness on a lightly floured work surface.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 90.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
GLUTEN-FREE PIE CRUST
I have tried a lot of recipes trying to find one that compared with the traditional wheat crust that I have been missing. After throwing away many batches, I finally came up with this one and my family loves it. They said they couldn't tell the difference (I am not sure I believe that) but it sure did satisfy my cravings. Hope you like it too.
Provided by Sandra LeRose
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Pastry Crusts
Time 1h20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine arrowroot starch, white rice flour, brown rice flour, and sugar in a food processor; pulse until blended. Add butter to flour mixture and pulse until mixture is the consistency of oatmeal.
- Transfer flour-butter mixture to a bowl; add eggs and vinegar. Knead mixture just until blended. Mix water, 1 tablespoon at a time, into dough (if dough is too dry) until dough holds together. Split dough into 2 balls, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Spread a piece of plastic wrap on a work surface and sprinkle with arrowroot starch. Place 1 dough ball on the plastic wrap and flatten using your hands. Dust rolling pin with arrowroot starch and roll over dough until even thickness and about 9 inches in diameter. Repeat with remaining dough.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 80.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
NEVER FAIL PIE CRUST
This is my never fail pie crust recipe. My mom taught it too my when I was in junior high and I have used it so much that I know it by heart. I get rave reviews every time I use it. Oh yea, this recipe is for a 9 inch double crust pie.
Provided by Chef KS Arsenault
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in shortening until lumps are pea-sized.
- Add water one tablespoon at a time. Only use as much water as is necessary. Dough should not be sticky, but shouldn't crumble apart either.
- Don't handle the dough too much -- remember the more you handle pastry crust, the less flaky it will be.
- Roll out dough to desired size and thickness. I recommend doing this between sheets of waxed paper, because you won't add extra flour to the dough.
- After the dough is in the pan, poke with fork and dab with butter. For the top crust, sprinkle liberaly with sugar over the butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2267.5, Fat 156, SaturatedFat 38.8, Sodium 2331.7, Carbohydrate 190.8, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 25.8
NEVER FAIL PIE CRUST
This recipe is one of my Mom's from many years ago. I don't know where she got it, but she swore by it and so do I. Very flaky (or short as my Dad used to say)
Provided by Chef NancyCarol
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 2 pie crusts, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix flour, salt and shortening using a pastry blender.
- Combine the egg, water and vinegar and pour into flour mixture all at once.
- Combine ingredients with your hands until soft dough forms.
- Roll out on floured surface.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.3, Fat 44.1, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 400.7, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.2, Protein 7.5
Tips:
- Read the recipe carefully: Before you start baking, make sure you understand the instructions and have all the necessary ingredients and equipment.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste and texture of your pie crust. Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible.
- Measure your ingredients accurately: This is especially important for gluten-free baking, as the proportions of ingredients are often more delicate.
- Work quickly: Gluten-free pie crust dough can be more fragile than traditional pie crust dough, so it's important to work quickly to avoid overworking the dough.
- Chill the dough before baking: This will help the dough to hold its shape and prevent it from becoming too crumbly.
- Bake the pie crust until it is golden brown: This will ensure that the crust is cooked through and has a nice flavor.
Conclusion:
With a little practice, you can master the art of making gluten-free pie crust. By following these tips, you can create a delicious, flaky pie crust that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're in the mood for a pie, don't let a gluten-free diet stop you. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a delicious, homemade pie.
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