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Amish Pie Crust

This Amish Pie Crust is a must-try! With its flaky texture and buttery flavor, it’s perfect for any filling!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust:
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups vegetable shortening cubed
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar
  • 0.5 cup water

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pie Dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt until well blended.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups of cubed vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 beaten egg, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, and 1/2 cup of water until combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the dough begins to come together.
  5. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, and wrap them in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Once chilled, roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish, about 1/8 inch thick.
  7. Fill the crust with your desired filling and bake according to your pie recipe's instructions.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute vegetable shortening with unsalted butter.
  • Consider using a food processor for quicker mixing.
  • Store unbaked dough in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.