Grandma's Crisco Pie Crust

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4.9

30 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    2 pie crusts

  • Calories

    1635 kcal

  • Cuisine

    American

Grandma's Crisco Pie Crust

Whether you're a fan of sweet or savory pies, this Crisco pie crust recipe is sure to be a hit. Thanks to my Grandma's famous recipe, it's easy and quick to put together, and you can fill it with whatever your heart desires. Get ready to whip up the flakiest, tastiest Crisco pie crust that'll have your friends and family asking for the recipe! Makes enough for 1 double crust pie or 2 single crust pies. Adapted from Crisco.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar omit for a savory pie
  • 1 cup cold vegetable shortening
  • ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons ice water adjust amount as needed

Instructions

How to Roll Out the Dough

How to Blind Bake For a Single Crust Pie

How to Bake For a Double Crust Pie

Notes

  • Can be made and frozen up to 3 months in advance!
  • If you want to double or triple this recipe, make each batch separately for best results. 
  • Keep all ingredients cold at all times. If the dough starts getting warm at any moment, pop the bowl in the freezer or refrigerator (or outside) for a few minutes before continuing.
  • I like to run my hands under cold water and/or hold on to some ice cubes prior to using my hands to mix or shape the dough. This helps keep it cold at all times. 
  • The amount of water needed to form the pie dough will always vary based on humidity. Always start with less and add more a little bit at a time until it forms a dough. You can always add more but you can't take it out. The dough should feel moistened without a bunch of excess flour, but not sticky and wet. 
  • Don't over mix the dough or it could get tough - once it just barely comes together wrap and refrigerate. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 1635kcal (82%) Carbohydrates 155g (52%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 104g (160%) Saturated Fat 26g (130%) Polyunsaturated Fat 30g Monounsaturated Fat 42g Trans Fat 13g Sodium 965mg (40%) Potassium 201mg (6%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 12g (24%) Calcium 31mg (3%) Iron 9mg (50%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2pie crusts

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1635 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 1635kcal 82%
Carbohydrates 155g 52%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 104g 160%
Saturated Fat 26g 130%
Polyunsaturated Fat 30g 176%
Monounsaturated Fat 42g 210%
Trans Fat 13g 650%
Sodium 965mg 40%
Potassium 201mg 4%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 12g 24%
Calcium 31mg 3%
Iron 9mg 50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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