Delicious Pie Crust Recipe with Coconut Oil

Creating a pie crust with coconut oil yields a flaky and flavorful result, perfect for both sweet and savory pies. Here's a simple yet delightful recipe:

1. Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup coconut oil, solid (chill in the fridge if needed)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sweet pies, optional)
• 6-8 tablespoons ice water

pie crust recipe with coconut oil

2. Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Measure out the flour, salt, and sugar (if using).
   • Cut the coconut oil into small chunks if it's not solid, then chill in the fridge for a few minutes until firm.

2. Combine the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar (if using).

3. Incorporate the Coconut Oil:

   • Add the chilled coconut oil to the flour mixture.
   • Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the coconut oil into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. You should have pea-sized pieces of coconut oil throughout the mixture.

4. Add the Ice Water:

   • Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, tossing the mixture with a fork after each addition.
   • Stop adding water when the dough begins to clump together. You may not need to use all the water.

5. Form the Dough:

   • Gather the dough and divide it into two equal portions.
   • Flatten each portion into a disk and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.
   • Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before using. Chilling helps relax the gluten and solidify the fat, resulting in a flakier crust.

6. Roll Out the Dough:

   • After chilling, remove one disk of dough from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly.
   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter (for a standard 9-inch pie pan).

7. Transfer and Shape the Crust:

   • Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to a pie pan.
   • Gently press the dough into the bottom and sides of the pan, trimming any excess overhang if needed.
   • Crimp or decorate the edges of the crust as desired.

8. Prebake or Fill as Needed:

   • Depending on your pie recipe, you may need to prebake the crust before adding the filling, or you can fill it and bake according to your pie recipe's instructions.

Now you have a versatile and delicious pie crust made with coconut oil, ready to be filled with your favorite pie filling! Enjoy the flaky texture and subtle coconut flavor in every bite.

pie crust recipe with coconut oil