Flaky Delight: A Perfectly Baked Pie Recipe

Introduction

Are you a pie lover? Do you crave that flaky, buttery crust with a delicious filling? Look no further! This recipe for a perfectly baked pie will satisfy your taste buds and impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and sugar.
2. Add the butter pieces and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand.
3. Sprinkle in the ice water, a little at a time, and mix with a fork until the dough comes together into a ball.
4. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Roll Out the Dough

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Take one disk of dough out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
3. Dust your work surface with flour and roll out the dough into a circle that is about 12 inches in diameter and 1/8 inch thick.
4. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie dish and trim the edges, leaving about 1/2 inch of overhang.
5. Repeat with the second disk of dough for the top crust.

Step 3: Add the Filling

1. Add your desired filling to the bottom crust.
2. Brush the edges of the bottom crust with egg wash.
3. Place the top crust over the filling and trim the edges, leaving about 1/2 inch of overhang.
4. Crimp the edges of the crust together to seal.
5. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 4: Bake the Pie

1. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
2. Let the pie cool completely before serving.

Conclusion

With this recipe, you’ll have a perfectly baked pie with a flaky, buttery crust that will impress your guests. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different fillings, from classic apple to savory chicken pot pie. Happy baking!