Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2.5 cup

unbleached all-purpose flour

0.67 cup

sugar

1 tsp

salt

0.5 cup

cold butter

diced

0.5 cup

cold shortening

1 unit

egg

beaten

0.5 tsp

vinegar

0.5 tsp

vanilla

5.5 tbsp

cold water

1 unit

water

extra

1 unit

flour

spread on a plate

Step 1
~6 min

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 2
~6 min

Cut the cold, diced butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingers.

Step 3
~6 min

Add the cold shortening and continue to cut in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4
~6 min

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg, vinegar, vanilla, and cold water.

Step 5
~6 min

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 6
~6 min

If using an electric mixer, use the paddle attachment. Otherwise, mix with a spoon until the dough just comes together.

Step 7
~6 min

If there are dry crumbs at the bottom of the bowl, add a few drops of water to moisten them and incorporate them into the dough.

Step 8
~6 min

Form the dough into a disc and rub both sides with flour.

Step 9
~6 min

Place the dough in a zip-top bag and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before using.

Step 10
~6 min

Before rolling, sprinkle flour on a clean surface.

Key Technique: Rolling
Step 11
~6 min

Roll out the dough to your desired thickness for your recipe.

Step 12
~6 min

Bake according to your specific recipe instructions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Keep ingredients as cold as possible for a flakier crust.

Don't overwork the dough.

Allow the dough to rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour before rolling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium (buttery, sweet)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with fruit fillings.

Serve with custard or cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Apple pie filling
Cherry pie filling
Lemon curd

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common in American desserts and holiday baking.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday Baking
Dessert
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

65/100