Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (5 g) salt
  • 1 tsp (5 g) sugar
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 6-8 tbsp (90-120 ml) ice water
  • 1 tbsp (15 g) flour for dusting (optional)
  • Extra butter for greasing the pie dish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough starts to come together (do not overmix).
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Remove dough from the fridge and roll it out on a floured surface to fit the pie pan.
  6. Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough into the pie pan, trimming any excess hanging over the edges.
  7. Line the pie crust with parchment paper and fill with weights. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden.
  8. Remove the weights and parchment. Let the crust cool before adding your filling.