Paw Paw Pie Crust Recipe
Paw paw pie is a classic American dessert that celebrates the unique flavor and texture of paw paw fruit. This homemade paw paw pie crust recipe is the perfect way to add a flaky, buttery base to your paw paw pie. The secret to a great pie crust lies in the technique and ingredients, and this recipe has both. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or trying your hand at pie crust for the first time, this recipe will guide you through the process with ease.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of ice water over the mixture and stir with a fork until the dough starts to come together. If needed, add additional ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough holds together when pressed.
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
- Trim the excess dough, crimp the edges, and use as directed in your paw paw pie recipe.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Yield: 1 pie crust
This paw paw pie crust recipe is a game-changer for any paw paw dessert. The flaky, buttery crust perfectly complements the unique flavor of paw paw fruit, making it a must-try for any paw paw pie enthusiast.
Nutritional information: N/A
Paw Paw Pie Crust Recipe is the perfect way to elevate your paw paw pie. The combination of flaky, buttery crust and the unique flavor of paw paw fruit will make this dessert a hit at any gathering. So why not try your hand at making this delicious homemade pie crust and treat your taste buds to the magic of paw paw pie!