Classic Homemade Pie Crust Recipe

Learn how to make a delicious and flaky pie crust from scratch with this traditional recipe passed down from a loving mom. This homemade pie crust is perfect for making any double crust pie, whether it's apple, cherry, or pumpkin. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can create a pie crust that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Add the cold and cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to add too much water.
4. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a disk. Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5. Preheat your oven to the required temperature for your pie recipe.
6. Remove one dough disk from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly.
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle large enough to fit your pie plate. Gently transfer the rolled dough to the pie plate.
8. Fill the pie with your chosen filling.
9. Roll out the second dough disk into a circle and place it on top of the filling. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges of the crust to seal.
10. Make decorative cuts or vents on the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
11. Bake the pie according to your chosen recipe, usually at the recommended temperature for the filling until the crust is golden brown.
12. Allow the pie to cool before serving. Enjoy!

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