Best All American Pie Crust Recipes

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BUTTER FLAKY PIE CRUST



Butter Flaky Pie Crust image

Butter makes this buttery flaky recipe the perfect crust for your pie!

Provided by Dana

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pie Crusts     Pastry Crusts

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter, chilled and diced
¼ cup ice water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water, a tablespoon at a time, until mixture forms a ball. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Roll dough out to fit a 9 inch pie plate. Place crust in pie plate. Press the dough evenly into the bottom and sides of the pie plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 155 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BEST EVER PIE CRUST



Best Ever Pie Crust image

You can double or half the recipe without any problem. This is a simple recipe and very tasty! It will be very flaky.

Provided by Jean Haseloh

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Pastry Crusts

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shortening
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water until mixture forms a ball. Divide dough in half, and shape into balls. Wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Roll out dough on a floured counter. Don't over work it. Use as directed in pie recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 145.9 mg

ALL AMERICAN APPLE PIE



All American Apple Pie image

Quick and easy, with a great non-crust topping. Try a variety of apples, mix it up...

Provided by Amy

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cold milk
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
6 Fuji apples, cored and sliced
¾ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • To Make Crust: In a large bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cups flour, oil, milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar and salt until evenly blended. Pat mixture into a 9 inch pie pan, spreading the dough evenly over the bottom and up sides. Crimp edges of the dough around the perimeter.
  • To Make Filling: Mix together 3/4 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Sprinkle over apples and toss to coat. Spread evenly in unbaked pie shell.
  • To Make Topping: Using a pastry cutter, mix together 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar and butter until evenly distributed and crumbly in texture. Sprinkle over apples.
  • Put pie in the oven on a cookie sheet to catch the juices that may spill over. Bake 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.9 calories, Carbohydrate 72.9 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 375.7 mg, Sugar 43.1 g

OLD FASHIONED APPLE PIE



Old Fashioned Apple Pie image

Apple pie ...so American, so delicious. A true classic. Enjoy!

Provided by Arletta

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts
7 cups peeled, cored and sliced apples
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a bowl combine apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Place mixture in a pastry-lined 9 inch pie plate. Dot with butter and adjust top crust that has been vented.
  • Place in oven and bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Turn oven temperature down to 275-300 degrees F (135-150 degrees C) and bake 40-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown and apples are tender. Let cool and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Carbohydrate 61.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 373.5 mg, Sugar 35 g

TRADITIONAL AMERICAN PIE CRUST RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Traditional American Pie Crust Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup shortening or cold lard
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
6 to 9 tablespoons ice water

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Cut or rub in the shortening or lard, until the fat is the size of small peas. 2. Cut in the cold butter, leaving the butter in pieces the size of your thumbnail. 3. Sprinkle the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, over the mixture, tossing the mixture together with fork as you go. Continue until the dough is just moist enough to hold together when pressed. 4. For a 2-crust pie, gather a little more than half of the dough and pat it into a disk; wrap in plastic and chill for an hour (the larger portion will be the bottom crust.) Do the same with the remaining dough for the top crust. If you're making two one-crust pies, divide the dough evenly, wrap and chill before rolling. 5. Roll the crust until it is about 1/8-inch-thick and about 2 inches larger than the diameter of the pie plate. This gives you enough to make a good high rim (single crust shell) or to match with the upper crust (double crust bottom). Fill and bake as your recipe directs. Tips from our bakers When the dough is almost moist enough to hold together, try pouring the shaggy mixture out onto a piece of parchment paper. Use a spray bottle to moisten the dry parts of the dough without waterlogging it. Then fold the dough over on itself, like a business letter. Repeat the process until all the dry bits of dough are evenly moistened. This will create lots of nice layers in the dough (click on the video to see this being done). After rolling out your crust and lining your pan, put it in the refrigerator until you're ready to fill and bake the pie: this will improve the flakiness and texture of the crust. Pie crusts can be made ahead and frozen for up to a month. To keep the bottom crust from getting soggy, try brushing it with egg white and chilling before adding the filling. You can also use melted butter to create a barrier between the fillings moisture and the crust. Lightly grease the pie plate with non-stick spray before putting in the bottom crust; this will make taking the slices out of the pan much easier later.

OLD-FASHIONED ALL-AMERICAN APPLE PIE



Old-Fashioned All-American Apple Pie image

Provided by Jasper White

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Apple     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes one nine-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 recipe Thin Butter Crust
6 to 8 freshly picked firm and slightly tart apples, such as Rhode Island Greenings, Gravensteins or Granny Smiths (about 3 pounds)
granulated sugar (see Note)
ground cinnamon
about 3 tablespoons sifted all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter, cut in small bits

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare the pie dough, divide half and roll out each half no more than 1/4 inch thick. Line a 9-inch pie pan with one. Keep lined pan and top crust chilled.
  • 2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Peel and core the apples and slice them about 1/4 inch thick. Toss with sugar and cinnamon to taste and with the flour. Fill the pie with the apple slices, mounding them somewhat in the center. Dot with butter. Cover loosely with the top crust, using a little water to seal the crusts together. Crimp the edges. Using a fork or the tip of a knife, make several vents in the top crust.
  • 3. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour or until golden brown. The smell will tell you when it is ready. Serve while still warm.

All American Pie Crust Recipes: An Overview

Pie crusts are a fundamental part of American cuisine. Whether it's a savory or sweet pie, the crust holds the delicious filling together. All American pie crust recipes are versatile and can be customized to suit the filling’s flavor. These crusts come in all shapes and sizes, from traditional flaky to buttery to gluten-free or vegan. This article will give you an overview of "All American Pie Crust Recipes."
Traditional Flakey Pie Crust
The traditional flaky pie crust is the most commonly used pie crust in America. It is made from a mix of all-purpose flour, butter or shortening, salt, and ice water. It can also be made with a combination of the fat types, half butter and half shortening to get the best of both worlds. The main difference between the butter and shortening is that the butter will create a flakier crust as it melts during baking, whereas the shortening will ensure the crust is tender and will not shrink.
No Roll Pie Crust
No-roll pie crusts are quick and easy to make, with no need for a rolling pin. This crust is made from a mix of flour, sugar, salt, oil, and milk. It’s made by mixing the ingredients in a bowl and pressing them into the pie dish. This crust is perfect for pies with a runny filling that might leak through the bottom or for those who don’t like messing with floury surfaces to roll out the dough.
Graham Cracker Crust
This pie crust is perfect for cheesecakes or pies that require a smooth and crunchy base. Graham cracker crusts are made from a mix of crushed graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter or margarine. The mixture is then pressed into the pie pan and baked for 10-12 minutes. This crust can be flavored with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to add extra flavor to the pie.
Oreo Crust
An Oreo crust is a chocolate cookie-based crust that can be used for pies or cheesecakes. These are made by crushing Oreos or any other chocolate cookies, and mixing them with melted butter, then pressing them into the pie dish. This crust adds an extra layer of flavor to the pie and also has a subtle crunch to it.
Lattice Pie Crust
This crust is made by weaving strips of pie dough to make a lattice pattern. This crust adds an extra element of appeal to pies, especially fruit pies. You create a lattice crust by rolling out the dough into equal strips, then weave the strips over the filling in a crisscross pattern to create a top layer of the pie. Lattice crusts are a great way to show off your artistic skills in pie making while also creating an eye-pleasing dessert.
Gluten-Free Pie Crust
Gluten-free pie crusts are perfect for those who have gluten sensitivity or celiac disease. These crusts are made up of gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, salt, and butter. Gluten-free pie crusts can be a bit more delicate to handle than traditional crusts, but if it's made right, the texture can be crumbly and buttery. This crust is perfect for people who want to avoid conventional wheat flour.
Vegan Pie Crust
Vegan pie crusts are perfect for those who refrain from consuming dairy products. These crusts use vegan butter or coconut oil instead of regular butter, and almond or soy milk instead of dairy milk. They are also made with all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. These crusts can be used for sweet or savory pies, and it still has the same full buttery texture despite the absence of butter or any animal products.
Puff Pastry Pie Crust
Puff pastry is a laminated dough grown popular in France but also used in various American dishes. The pastry is made by layering butter between the flour, which causes it to puff up when baked, creating a lofty, flaky texture. It's usually used for savoury dishes like beef Bourguignon or chicken pot pie, but can also work for some dessert pies, usually the ones with a bottom crust and a top crust coupled with around 5 minutes of blind baking.

Conclusion

No matter what type of pie crust you prefer, "All American Pie Crust Recipes" has something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a traditional flaky crust or something more adventurous like a Graham Cracker or Oreo crust, these recipes are perfect for pie lovers. So, when you're next in the mood for pies, get creative and try something new. You never know what might become your new favorite.

Valuable Tips for Making the Perfect All-American Pie Crust

Making the perfect all-American pie crust is an art that takes time, patience, and some useful tips. Pie crusts are one of the most important elements of a pie, and getting the recipe right can make or break the pie. Here are some valuable tips for making the perfect all-American pie crust.
1. Use the right ingredients
One of the essential things to consider when making the perfect pie crust is to use the right ingredients. The main ingredients for pie crusts are flour, fat, and liquid. Start with all-purpose flour, which has a good gluten content that will help hold the pastry together. Use fat, such as butter, shortening, lard or a combination, that is chilled so that it will create small pockets of air throughout the dough. Water, ice water or vinegar can be used to bind the ingredients together, and it should be cold to help prevent the dough from becoming too tough. Make sure you have all the ingredients ready before starting to make the dough.
2. Keep your ingredients cold
Keeping your ingredients cold while making the dough is essential. This is because cold ingredients make the pie dough flaky, and allows the fat to remain solid. When the pie dough bakes, the water in the fat turns into steam, creating small pockets throughout the crust that make it flaky. The easiest way to keep your ingredients cold is to keep your work surface, rolling pin, and all utensils also cold. Most importantly, be sure to refrigerate the dough before baking.
3. Don’t overwork the dough
Pie dough can quickly become tough if it is overworked. When making pie dough, mix the ingredients only as much as needed to bring the dough together. As soon as it forms a ball, stop mixing, and chill immediately.
4. Keep some texture with your fat
When making the pie dough, it is essential to add the fat in a way that keeps some texture in the dough. This is what gives the pie crust its flakiness. Cut the fats into small, pea-sized pieces, and then use your fingers to rub the flour mixture and fat together. This technique creates some texture in the pie dough.
5. Properly roll out the dough and handle it carefully
When rolling out the dough, it is essential to apply gentle and uniform pressure. Roll the dough from the center outward, turning it in a circle as you go, to make a round shape. Avoid pressing the rolling pin too hard as this can lead to a tough crust. When transferring the dough to the pie dish, fold it in half, or roll it loosely around your rolling pin, and then lay it in the dish. Gently press the dough into the dish, without stretching it, and prick it with a fork to help prevent puffing during baking.
6. Bake the crust properly
Bake the pie crust at a higher temperature to start with to prevent the bottom of the crust from becoming soggy. After 10 to 12 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to continue cooking the crust evenly. It can be reserved for blind baking, where it is baked without a filling, or used in a standard pie recipe.
7. Be adventurous with your dough
All-American pie crust recipes can be very traditional, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun with them. By adding different flavors to your dough, you can change the way it tastes and get creative with your pies. Some popular additions to the dough include vanilla extract, cocoa powder, lemon zest, or spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg.
Conclusion
Pie crusts can be intimidating, but with these valuable tips, making the perfect all-American pie crust is a breeze. Remember to use the right ingredients such as all-purpose flour, fat, and liquid, and keep them cold. Don't overwork the dough and be gentle in handling it. Properly bake the crust and let your inner adventurous spirit out by adding different flavors to your dough. By following these tips, you'll have a mouth-watering pie crust that's sure to be the talk of the town.

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