Paula Deen Pie Crust Recipe

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I have been making Pie crusts at home for the last 10 years, and nothing beats Paula Deen Pie Crust recipe. This recipe is beginner-friendly and calls for six essential ingredients only. It also does not require fancy equipment or chef-like skills to get it done right.

Growing up, I have always enjoyed desserts, pies, and cakes. This love for them led me to try out baking recipes at home. But when recipes involved pie crust, I used to buy it from stores. Luckily, my mother introduced me to the Paula Deen Pie Crust recipe, and since then, I have been following it.

This is a bulletproof pie crust recipe because it can be used to make all kinds of pies. I also use the leftover pie crust to make pastries and puffs. That’s how good and reliable this pie crust recipe is.

If you are a fan of baking and making everything from scratch, this recipe is for you. I won’t blame you if you want to make fresh pie crust at home. I guarantee success with this recipe, so grab your baking apron because we are making pie crust tonight.

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Equipment Required

Bowl: I use a bowl to mix all the ingredients.
Rolling Pin: I am using a rolling pin to roll the dough.
Biscuit Cutter: I am keeping a biscuit cutter with me for cutting.
Plastic: Before refrigerating, I like to wrap the dough in plastic.

Paula Deen Pie Crust Ingredients & Substitutions

Note: This recipe is big enough to serve 15 people. If you want to make more or less, you must adjust the recipe accordingly.

2½ Cups All Purpose Flour
¼ Teaspoon Fine Salt
3 Tablespoons Granulated White Sugar: If you prefer something healthy, use brown sugar for this recipe.
¼ Cup Cold Vegetable Shortening: I find it easier to use vegetable shortening, but you can also use margarine or lard for this recipe.
12 Tablespoons Cold And Cubed Butter
¼ To ½ Cup Ice Water

Preparation And Cooking Time

Preparation Time	Cooking Time	Total Time
15 Minutes	20 Minutes	35 Minutes

How To Make Paula Deen Pie Crust At Home

Step 1

Start by adding all-purpose flour, fine salt, and granulated white sugar to a bowl.

Step 2

Now add vegetable shortening and butter to the bowl.

Step 3

Follow it up by adding ice-cold water to it.

Step 4

Once done, start kneading it until it forms a soft dough.

Step 5

Add some rice to give the shape to the crust and place it in the oven to pre-bake the crust.

Step 6

Once the crust is baked you can remove and begin filling with your choice of nuts.

Expert Tips That I Recommend

To enjoy a flaky crust, I like to use cold butter for the shortening process. Cold butter melts while the baking process allows the crust to rise up and creates those beautiful flaky layers.
If this is your first time rolling dough, sprinkle some flour on the dough and the surface. This will make it easier to roll. Start by working in the centre and then work it out in all directions.
Another tip for ensuring that the pie crust does not stick to the surface is to rotate it while rolling it.
If your pie crust is slightly bigger than the original pan shape, that’s good. You can tuck in the edges by pressing them with your fingers. However, you can cut it using kitchen scissors if it is too big.
While making the dough, I like to add water one tablespoon at a time instead of going all in. This helps me make the perfect dough, which is neither too sticky nor too hard.
I always have leftover pie dough whenever I make this recipe. With that, I like to make sandwiches, small pies, cinnamon rolls, and pastries.
I have seen tons of no-roll pie-bake recipes, but I would not suggest you do this for this recipe. If this is your first time, avoid the no-roll pie crust recipe can result in soggy and uncooked pie crust.

FAQs About Paula Deen Pie Crust Recipe

Why is it essential to use cold water for Paula Deen Pie Crust?

Using cold water while making pie crust is important, as it slows down the fermentation process. This allows the complex flavours to develop gradually, making the pie crust soft and flavorful.

Can you use a food processor to make Paula Deen Pie Crust?

No, I would not recommend using a food processor to make Paula Deen’s Pie Crust. Food processors can overwork the dough, forming gluten and resulting in a stiff dough. Moreover, they break up the butter instead of properly coating it with the flour, resulting in a flat and flavourless crust.

How do you determine if the dough is kneaded correctly?

You can determine if the dough is properly kneaded if it clumps together without rough edges. Also, a well-kneaded dough will not be overly sticky in consistency. It will roll perfectly and be easy to work with.

Why does your pie crust stick to the surface while rolling it?

If the dough is overly sticky, your pie crust will stick to the surface while rolling. Make sure it is well kneaded to avoid this situation. If this is your first time kneading the dough, lightly sprinkle some flour on the dough and the surface. This makes it easier to roll. Also, use gentle and medium force while rolling the dough, or you will see your dough breaking.

How do you fix the dough when it breaks on one side while rolling it?

If your dough breaks on one side while rolling, you can quickly fix it. Just add some flour to the area and try sticking it together. Then, roll it out gently with a rolling pin, and you will see a beautiful pie crust with no broken regions. However, if your entire dough is crumbly and breaking, you must knead it properly.

Why is your pie crust so tough?

If you overwork the dough, your pie crust will be tough. Knead it just enough so the dough is soft and does not form excessive gluten. Insufficient fat in the pie crust can also make the crust tough.

Do you need to reheat the pie crust??

Ideally, you do not need to reheat the pie crust, and it depends on the kind of pie you make. You can use your refrigerated pie, fill it with the filling and continue baking it. However, if you have frozen your pie, you can reheat it for 3-5 minutes in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F to warm it up.

Why is your pie crust so soggy, and how can you fix it?

If you use the wrong metal pan to bake your pie crust, it will be soggy. Also, bake it for an adequate amount of time at an accurate temperature. Another reason could be that your dough was extremely wet. An easy way to fix this is by brushing the pie crust with egg whites before baking.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

Paula Deen’s Pie Crust recipe is very healthy to follow and enjoy. It is low in calories and fats, and people can enjoy it often. To give you a more detailed look, here is a nutrition chart on Paula Deen Pie Crust:

Calories	196 kcal
Carbohydrates	18 g
Protein	2 g
Fat	13 g
Saturated Fat	7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	1 g
Monounsaturated Fat	4 g
Trans Fat	1 mg
Cholesterol	24 mg
Sodium	111 mg
Potassium	25 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Vitamin A	280 IU
Calcium	6 mg
Iron	1 mg

Other good things about this recipe are that it is entirely vegetarian, nut-free and soy-free. Hence, people following those diets can have it without any restrictions. On the other hand, people following vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets need to make certain modifications to this recipe first.

Recipe Variations For Different Diets

Vegan Diet: Unfortunately, this recipe is not vegan because it includes butter. However, I use vegan butter for this recipe to make this in vegan style.
Gluten-Free Diet: If you want to make this gluten-free, skip all-purpose flour and almond flour.
Keto Diet: I use almond flour to make Paula Deen Pie Crust in keto style. I also use keto-friendly sweeteners and syrup instead of white sugar to build the sweetness.

Storing & Reheating This Recipe

Storing

Countertop: Once my Paula Deen Pie Crust is ready, I do not keep it on the counter for more than an hour. Beyond this, it goes straight to the fridge as the chances of contamination increase.
Refrigeration: To store Paula Deen Pie Crust in the fridge, I wrap it in plastic and then place it in an airtight container. Once done, it can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Freezing: Paula Deen Pie Crust can also be frozen for 3 months. Before freezing, I like to wrap it in plastic and keep it in air-tight, freezer-friendly bags to prevent it from spoilage.

What To Serve With This Recipe

Once my pie crust is ready, I like to make small Pasties out of it. I also use these pie crusts to make caramel cake, chocolate cake, butter cake, and more.

This method allows you to make all kinds of pie crusts at home without relying on store-bought ones. Once my entire pie is ready, I like to enjoy it with Smoothie or Coffee whatever my heart desires at that point.

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Conclusion

If you are fond of baking, you must first perfect your pie crust-making skills at home. This Paula Deen Pie Crust is easy to follow, made in just 30 minutes, and beginner-friendly. It is the first pie crust recipe I learned to make, and I still follow it.If you follow the tips I have shared, mark my words:

You can transform your pie-making hobby into a professional journey. But before taking that leap, try it and let me know how it turns out. I am sure you will be delighted.