All Natural Sweet Pie Crust Dough Recipe Using The Food Processor
This Easy Pie Crust Dough recipe is a foolproof way to create a perfectly flaky, buttery pie crust every time. Using a food processor, you can whip up this dough in just minutes with minimal effort, making it ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. Whether you're preparing a sweet dessert pie or a savory quiche, this versatile recipe is your go-to for consistently delicious results.
Cook Time10 minutesmins
optional, for easier rolling30 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Dessert, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy pie crust, flaky pie dough, food processor pie crust, homemade pie dough
Cooking Method: No-cook (for the dough preparation)
2 1/2stickunsalted butterchilled and cut into small cubes
7tbspcold water
Instructions
Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In the bowl of your food processor, combine the flour and salt. Pulse a few times to mix.
Add the Butter: Add the chilled butter cubes to the flour mixture. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
Incorporate Water: Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, pulsing briefly after each addition. Stop adding water when the dough begins to clump together, but isn’t wet or sticky.
Form the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a clean surface. Gather it into a ball and flatten it into a disk. Wrap the dough disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 days, if not using immediately.
Roll Out the Dough: When ready to use, remove the dough from the fridge and let it sit for a few minutes to soften slightly. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to fit your pie dish. Carefully transfer the rolled
Notes
If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a pastry cutter or your hands to incorporate the butter into the flour.
For a sweeter pie crust, you can add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the dry ingredients.
To ensure your pie crust doesn’t shrink during baking, chill the rolled-out dough in the pie dish for 15-20 minutes before baking.