Using baking powder in pie crust guarantees it will turn out tender and flaky every time. This crust recipe is my favorite for fruit pies.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.25 teaspoons salt
- 6 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup shortening
Instructions
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1
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl.
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2
Transfer 1/2 cup flour mixture to a small bowl; stir in water until smooth.
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3
Cut shortening into remaining flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal. Blend in wet flour mixture.
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4
Divide dough into two pieces. Form each piece into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes or up to 3 days before using.
Nutrition Facts
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