Indulge in the art of pie-making with our comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect pie crust using egg and vinegar. Discover the secrets to achieving a flaky, tender, and flavorful crust that will elevate your pies to new heights. This article presents three distinct pie crust recipes, each tailored to specific dietary preferences and culinary aspirations: a traditional egg-based pie crust, a vegan-friendly eggless pie crust, and a gluten-free pie crust that caters to those with wheat sensitivities. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and expert tips will empower you to create exceptional pie crusts that will impress your family and friends.
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VINEGAR AND EGG CRUST
This crust was used by Elsie Hack to win the 1978 Ohio State Fair pie baking contest. (It was wrapped around an apple pie.) Because the crust is very flaky when baked, it is a bit difficult to roll and handle, but well worth the effort.
Provided by Ron Schmaeman
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Pastry Crusts
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. With a pastry blender, cut in the shortening until pea-sized.
- Beat together egg, vinegar and water. Mix liquid with flour mixture, using a fork, until mixture forms a ball (Note: add liquid one tablespoon at a time. You probably will not use all of it.)
- Roll out on lightly floured pastry cloth with cloth covered roller.
- Brush the crust with milk and sprinkle with sugar before baking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 51.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
PERFECT PIE CRUST
Everyone needs a perfect pie crust recipe in their arsenal, whether it's for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just because. This easy recipe should be your go-to!
Categories Christmas Thanksgiving baking comfort food dessert main dish snack
Time 45m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, with a pastry cutter, gradually work the Crisco into the flour for about 3 or 4 minutes until it resembles a coarse meal. In a small bowl, beat an egg with a fork and then pour it into the flour/shortening mixture. Add 5 tablespoons of cold water, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir together gently until all of the ingredients are incorporated.
- Separate the dough into thirds. ***Note: Separating it into thirds will result in three thin crusts. If you prefer a more substantial crust, separate it in half.*** Form 3 evenly sized balls of dough and place each dough into a large Ziploc bag. Using a rolling pin, slightly flatten each ball of dough (about ½ inch thick) to make rolling easier later. Seal the bags and place them in the freezer until you need them. (If you will be using it immediately it's still a good idea to put in the freezer for about 15 to 20 minutes to chill.)
- When you are ready to use the dough to make a crust, remove from the freezer and allow to thaw for 15 minutes. On a floured surface roll the dough, starting at the center and working your way out. (Sprinkle some flour over top of the dough if it's a bit too moist.) If the dough is sticking to the countertop use a metal spatula and carefully scrape it up and flip it over and continue rolling until it's about ½ inch larger in diameter than your pie pan.
- With a spatula, lift the dough carefully from the surface of the counter into the pie pan. Gently press the dough against the corner of the pan. Go around the pie pan pinching and tucking the dough to make a clean edge.
PERFECT PIE CRUST (WITH EGG & VINEGAR) RECIPE - (3.7/5)
Provided by Foodiewife
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, with a pastry cutter, gradually work the Crisco into the flour for about 3 or 4 minutes until it resembles a coarse meal. In a small bowl, beat an egg with a fork and then pour it into the flour/shortening mixture. Add 5 tablespoons of cold water, 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir together gently until all of the ingredients are incorporated. Separate the dough into thirds. Form 3 evenly sized balls of dough and place each dough into a large Zip Loc bag. Using a rolling pin, slightly flatten each ball of dough (about 1/- inch thick) to make rolling easier later. Seal the bags and place them in the freezer until you need them. (If you will be using it immediately it's still a good idea to put in the freezer for about 15 to 20 minutes to chill.) When you are ready to use the dough to make a crust, remove from the freezer and allow to thaw for 15 minutes. On a floured surface roll the dough, starting at the center and working your way out. (Sprinkle some flour over top of the dough if it's a bit too moist.) If the dough is sticking to the counter top use a metal spatula and carefully scrape it up and flip it over and continue rolling until it's about 1/2 inch larger in diameter than your pie pan. With a spatula, lift the dough carefully from the surface of the counter into the pie pan. Gently press the dough against the corner of the pan. Go around the pie pan pinching and tucking the dough to make a clean edge.
FLAKY VINEGAR EGG PIE CRUST
This goes back many years it is one of the better pie pastry recipes, the vinegar and the egg works magic to create a flakey easy to work with pastry! :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 1-2 pie crusts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix together the salt and flour.
- With a pastry blender, cut in cold shortening until the size of peas.
- In a small cup, beat egg with a fork, add in the vinegar and water; whisk until well blended.
- Add the water/egg mixture gradually to the flour mixture.
- Shape into ball.
- Refrigerate 1 or more hours.
- Roll out dough, use for 2 (8" pie crust) OR 1 large deep dish pie crusts.
PERFECT PIE CRUST
Try this recipe for Perfect Pie Crust from Food Network's Ina Garten.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories dessert
Yield 2 (10-inch) crusts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Dice the butter and return it to the refrigerator while you prepare the flour mixture. Place the flour, salt, and sugar in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade and pulse a few times to mix. Add the butter and shortening. Pulse 8 to 12 times, until the butter is the size of peas. With the machine running, pour the ice water down the feed tube and pulse the machine until the dough begins to form a ball. Dump out on a floured board and roll into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Cut the dough in half. Roll each piece on a well-floured board into a circle, rolling from the center to the edge, turning and flouring the dough to make sure it doesn't stick to the board. Fold the dough in half, place in a pie pan, and unfold to fit the pan. Repeat with the top crust.
NO FAIL PIE CRUST I
I found this recipe years ago, and have not made any other since. This dough freezes very well.
Provided by Lenn
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Pastry Crusts
Time 10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in shortening until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix egg, water, and vinegar together in a separate bowl. Pour into flour all at once and blend with a fork until dough forms into a ball. Divide into 3 equal-sized rounds.
- Wrap with plastic and chill in a refrigerator until ready to prepare.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 27.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
VINEGAR & BUTTER PIE CRUST
I am the worst pie crust maker. I about gave up until I tried this recipe. Now even I can bake a homemade pie. Timesaver: Keep extra dough frozen until ready to use. Allow 2 days to thaw in refrigerator.
Provided by children from A to Z
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 pies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the flour, salt and sugar in a large bowl.
- Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
- Whisk the vinegar, egg, and 1/2 cup of ice water together and mix into the flour mixture with your hands until just combined.
- Transfer to a clean work surface, and gently press to form a dough.
- Divide dough into 4 equal parts.
- Shape each into a ball, flatten slightly to form a disk, and wrap in plastic.
- Chill for at least 1 hour.
- Roll out disk on lightly floured surface to 1/8" thickness.
- Transfer to to a 9in. pie plate, fill with fruit. Roll second disk top with top crust, crimp edge.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 50 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2395.8, Fat 165.9, SaturatedFat 103.2, Cholesterol 520, Sodium 936.6, Carbohydrate 197.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 7.2, Protein 30.6
NEVER-FAIL PIE CRUST
Even novice bakers who normally shy away from homemade pie pastry can't go wrong with this recipe. It's so easy to roll out and produces a tender, flaky crust every time.-Ruth Gritter, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2 (9-inch crusts).
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in shortening. Add milk and vinegar. Shape dough into a ball. Chill for 30 minutes. Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each half to fit a 9-in. pie pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips for Making the Perfect Pie Crust with Egg and Vinegar:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, cold butter and eggs are essential for a flaky, tender crust. Choose unbleached all-purpose flour for a light and airy crust.
- Work quickly: Overworking the dough will make it tough. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Keep the dough cold: The colder the dough, the easier it will be to handle and the flakier it will be. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- Don't over-roll the dough: Roll the dough out just enough to fit your pie plate. Over-rolling will make the crust tough.
- Use an egg wash: Brush the crust with an egg wash before baking to give it a golden brown color and a shiny finish.
- Bake the crust properly: Bake the crust in a preheated oven at a high temperature for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Conclusion:
With these tips in mind, you'll be able to make the perfect pie crust every time. Whether you're making a classic apple pie, a savory chicken pot pie, or a decadent chocolate cream pie, a flaky, tender pie crust is the foundation for a delicious and satisfying dessert. So next time you're in the mood for a homemade pie, give this recipe a try and see for yourself how easy it is to make a perfect pie crust.
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