Easy No-Fail Pie Crust

Name: Easy No-Fail Pie Crust
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1.6666699647903 cups lard; 0.5 cup water; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

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This easy pie crust uses vinegar and lard for tender and flaky results. This recipe makes enough dough for four crusts.

Recipe by Molly

Updated on February 20, 2023

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

32

Yield:

4 pie crusts

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Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ⅔ cups lard
½ cup water
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

Directions

Mix flour, salt, and baking powder together in a bowl. Cut in lard until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
Whisk water, egg, and vinegar together in another bowl; add to dry ingredients and stir until dough is thoroughly moistened and forms a ball.
Divide dough into fourths; roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a disk.
If using immediately, roll each disk on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie pan, then bake as directed in your recipe.
If using later, wrap each disk tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to three days, or place wrapped disks in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

156	Calories
11g	Fat
12g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 32
Calories 156
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g	14%
Saturated Fat 4g	22%
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 163mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 12g	4%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 2g
Calcium 12mg	1%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 19mg	0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.