Butter makes this buttery flaky recipe the perfect crust for your pie!
Author: Dana
I found this recipe years ago, and have not made any other since. This dough freezes very well.
Author: Lenn
You can double or half the recipe without any problem. This is a simple recipe and very tasty! It will be very flaky.
Author: Jean Haseloh
This is an easy, versatile, and delicious pate brisee for tarts that can be used with savory and sweet fillings. It makes two crusts, so refrigerate half and save it for a weekday quiche! You can store...
Author: tessaf
This recipe was given to me by a friend of mine many years ago and I enjoy it because it has a different taste and is so easy to fix.
Author: B1BMOM
This pie crust is my personal favorite and is made using a food processor, which makes cutting the butter into the flour very simple. By the way, you can make a double batch of this, and freeze the individually...
Author: Chef John
Simple and easy shortbread crust you'll love. Especially wonderful if your planning to make a peach pie.
Author: Silly Rabbit
Very easy recipe from my Grandmother. Crust can be rolled out a second time if necessary and it won't get tough.
Author: Donna Cowan
Everyone was asking me for this pastry recipe, so here it is! It's rich, tasty, and versatile. Freeze what you don't need to use. Enjoy!
Author: Em Harries
This is hands-down the best pastry crust you will ever make. Forget the shortening; this recipe calls for 14 tablespoons of butter for a light, flaky, buttery taste. This pastry crust is perfect for all...
Author: IrishMountainGirl
I have tried a lot of recipes trying to find one that compared with the traditional wheat crust that I have been missing. After throwing away many batches, I finally came up with this one and my family...
Author: Sandra LeRose
This recipe has been handed down for over 80 years, I'm told. It makes the flakiest crust ever! Surprisingly, it is made with oil, not lard. This is a must-try.
Author: LaDonna Langwell
Many British recipes call for shortcrust pastry. This makes a great alternative to pre-made crusts. Because it is so easy to make in batches, I make extra to freeze for later use. This pastry dough can...
Author: Piques
I generally try to eat as many whole grain foods as I can and I was astonished to discover not a single basic 100% whole wheat pie crust recipe here at Allrecipes. So here's mine! I previously had trouble...
Author: Misti
The very first thing I learned how to cook! This freezes beautifully; no well-equipped home is without a ball of pie dough in the freezer! Guaranteed to roll!
Author: Debra Shapiro
This recipe is both tender and flaky, due to the addition of vinegar and lard.
Author: Molly
A friend of mine is celiac, so I had to find a recipe that would work for beef Wellingtons... BINGO!!! This is perfect, and soooooo easy to make!
Author: BriannaH
A wonderful pie crust which you just can't mess up on! This recipe makes enough for 4 single crusts.
Author: Becky
This is a basic white flaky pie crust, made in the food processor. The secret to good crust is to have everything very cold and to handle it as little as possible. Use frozen or almost frozen lard, butter,...
Author: Charlotte
This pie crust is one of the simplest, tastiest ones you'll ever try.
Author: Emy
Pastry recipe for fried pies. Use with your favorite fried pie fillings.
Author: Donna Mig
A gluten-free pie crust using common ingredients. I've adjusted the method over time and have found this final recipe to work every time. It is perfect for both sweet and savory dishes. The trick is leaving...
Author: Buckwheat Queen
Easier to roll out than normal pie crust, but still with a flaky crust. It is VERY important that the ingredients be cold. This is what helps produce a flaky crust. This recipe is for an unsweetened pie...
Author: LynJudd
My mom's cream cheese crust recipe is a sell out to friends and family who try her apple pie. Cream cheese adds flavor and texture to the pie.
Author: Cathy Tagle
I used to be challenged by pie crusts. After 27 plus years of experimenting, this is the MOST successful recipe that I have developed. If using salted butter, reduce salt to 1/4 teaspoon.
Author: CAROLEALANA
A great pie crust for any recipe that calls for shortbread crust.
Author: JUDYDOTCOM
I never could figure out how to roll out a pie crust so my grandma gave me this wonderful recipe when I was ten, and I still use it, it's really easy!
Author: LAURA_1221
This crust was used by Elsie Hack to win the 1978 Ohio State Fair pie baking contest. (It was wrapped around an apple pie.) Because the crust is very flaky when baked, it is a bit difficult to roll and...
Author: Ron Schmaeman
This is the easiest pie shell ever! It never fails, and is so good! I have used it for years. Makes 4 single crusts.
Author: PUDICAT
This is the last crust recipe you will ever use. This wonderful crust is tender and flaky and made with cream cheese. It also browns nicely when baked, resulting in a rich golden color.
Author: ILIANITA
Golden and yummy, puff pastry is time consuming but worth it. When preparing your pastry, keep everything cold and work quickly. It will last 10 to 14 days in refrigerator or 25 to 30 days in freezer.
Author: Fay Dagneau
This pie crust is my personal favorite and is made using a food processor, which makes cutting the butter into the flour very simple. By the way, you can make a double batch of this, and freeze the individually...
Author: Chef John
This dough is a little difficult to work with, but it's worth the effort. A quality potato-based vodka eliminates any after taste in the finished pastry. It bakes up into absolutely the best-tasting pastry...
Author: Mike Zenk
This simple recipe for Italian sweet dough is used for torte, crostate, or even plain for cookies. It has a bit of baking powder which makes it light and fluffy. Italians love their lemon zest and it really...
Author: Buckwheat Queen
My favorite crust for fruit pies. Always tender and flaky!
Author: Rocky
This pie crust is amazing! It makes the pie, with this crust you wont even need ice cream to eat with the pie!
Author: CAMPBELL4
This is the most flaky and tender pie crust. This crust can not fail. It is a family recipe.
Author: GAF55
I got this from my mother. She has used it for as long as she has been baking. It is very easy to make and tastes wonderful. I use heaping tablespoons of shortening because I like a very short crust.
Author: Jamie Lowe
This pie crust will not crumble or tear when you try to pick it up. I use it for the holidays. It makes 6 pie crusts, so I make it for Thanksgiving and then freeze what I don't use for Christmas. It can...
Author: Carmen