Basic Flaky, Buttery Pie Crust Recipe

Jump on the savory handheld pie bandwagon, starting with a DIY crust.
Sarah Billingsley & Rachel Wharton•

More formally known as pâte brisée, this workhorse basic pie crust is relatively easy to manage and bakes up wonderfully flaky. It is the ideal choice for homemade pop tarts, but pairs perfectly with almost any filling in Handheld Pies.

Basic Flaky, Buttery Pie Crust Recipe
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Prep Time
20
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
Servings
12
to 16 pies
Jump on the savory handheld pie bandwagon, starting with a DIY crust.
Total time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups all- purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup Melted unsalted butter for serving
  • 3 to 5 tablespoons
Directions
 
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