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Whole Wheat Pie Crust

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Whole Wheat Pie Crust

This savory pie crust is the perfect recipe for favorites like quiche, tomato pie, chicken pot pie, and so much more. Simple to prepare, this recipe uses half whole wheat flour, half regular all-purpose flour to increase the nutritional quality of the crust while adding a rich, nutty flavor. The addition of a tablespoon of white vinegar helps create a flaky and tender crust, ensuring that each bite leaves you wanting more! Give this delicious pie crust a try.
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Keyword: dessert, pie crust, whole grains
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Resting Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16
Calories: 183kcal
Author: Clemson Rural Health and Nutrition Extension Team

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups whole wheat flour
  • 1½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup butter unsalted, very cold
  • 1 tsp salt kosher
  • 5 TBSP water ice cold
  • 1 TBSP white vinegar can be omitted if preferred, and an additional 1 TBSP of water can be added

Instructions

  • To a food processor, add the all-purpose and whole wheat flour, salt, and butter. Blitz the flour with the cold butter until the butter is distributed throughout the flour and creates a sandy texture.
  • Next, combine the vinegar with the ice water and slowly add to the flour, 1 TBSP at a time, blitzing in short bursts to just incorporate. Continue adding the water in 1 TBSP increments until the dough comes together.
    NOTE: The entire vinegar/water combination may not be needed, as humidity and the moisture content of the flour can add variations to the amount of liquid needed.
  • Once the pie dough has come together, separate into two and bring each pie dough portion into a uniform ball before wrapping with cling film and placing in the refrigerator to chill and rest for at least 1 hr and up to 2 days.
    NOTE: Refrigerating the pie dough after preparing will ensure a flaky pie crust when cooked!
  • When it is time to bake, roll out 1 crust about 1/8 in in thickness and use according to your recipe instructions.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 237mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Iron: 1mg
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