buttery flaky pie dough

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This recipe for buttery flaky pie dough is easy to make without electrical equipment and results in a beautifully textured crust perfect for tarts and pies. It uses a special method to ensure the dough remains flaky and tender.

• Prep 30 min
• Cook 50 min
• Total 80 min

Ingredients

• 150 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 stick cold unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup ice water
• granulated sugar
• kosher salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: Mix all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and kosher salt together. Add cold unsalted butter in tablespoon-sized pieces and mix with hands.
2. Add ice water: Use a bench scraper to corral the mixture into a mound and add 1/4 cup of ice water to moisten the flour.
3. Roll out the dough: Roll out the dough multiple times, adding flour as needed, until it feels homogenous and holds together.
4. Shape the dough: Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
5. Roll out chilled dough: After chilling, roll out the dough on a floured surface, rotating frequently to maintain a circular shape.
6. Transfer to tart pan: Fold the dough and place it into the tart pan, ensuring there are no air pockets and the edges are well-formed.
7. Dock the dough: Poke air holes in the dough to prevent it from puffing up during baking.
8. Blind bake: Line the dough with parchment paper and fill with baking beans or weights. Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes until set.
9. Finish baking: Remove the beans and parchment, then return the crust to the oven for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.

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