The Best Pie Crust Recipe – Bread Machine

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

Instructions:

1. Add warm water and vegetable oil to the bread machine pan.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Mix well.
3. Add the dry mixture to the bread machine pan.
4. Select the “Dough” cycle on the bread machine and start it.
5. Once the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough from the machine and place it on a floured surface.
6. Knead the dough for a few minutes, then divide it into two equal portions.
7. Roll out one portion of the dough to fit a pie dish of your choice.
8. Place the rolled out dough in the pie dish and press it firmly against the bottom and sides.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 for the second portion of the dough if you need a top crust as well.
10. You can now fill the pie crust with your desired filling.

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

None (dough cycle in bread machine)

Total Time:

2 hours and 30 minutes (includes bread machine cycle and additional preparation time)

Servings:

2 pie crusts

Nutritional Value:

Unfortunately, we don’t have specific nutritional information for this recipe. It may vary based on the type of flour and oil used.

FAQ:

Q: Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
A: Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour, but keep in mind that it might result in a denser crust.

Q: Can I use butter instead of vegetable oil?
A: Yes, you can use butter if you prefer its flavor. However, keep in mind that it might affect the texture of the crust slightly.

Q: Can I freeze the dough for later use?
A: Yes, you can freeze the dough after step 6. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer bag. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before using.