British Shortcrust Pie Pastry

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Many British recipes call for shortcrust pastry for a tender and crumbly crust in sweet pies, tarts, or savory quiches. Because it is so easy to make in batches, I make extra to freeze for later use.

Submitted by Piques
Updated on August 29, 2024
close up view of British Shortcrust Pie Pastry in a glass pie pan, on a cooling rack
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 (9-inch) pie shells
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup chilled butter, cut into pieces

  • ¼ cup shortening

  • 4 tablespoons ice water, or more as needed

Directions

  1. Combine flour, butter, and shortening in a food processor; pulse until crumbly. Mix in water, 1 tablespoon at at time, until dough is soft and pliable.

  2. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.

Cook’s Note

For a savory pie, add some salt and 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard. For a sweet pie, you can add 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.

You can use all butter instead of half butter and half shortening, but don't use all shortening.

To use, divide dough in half and roll each half on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Bake as directed with your pie recipe.

This shortcrust pastry dough can also be kept in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

658 Calories
49g Fat
48g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 658
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 49g 63%
Saturated Fat 21g 106%
Cholesterol 61mg 20%
Sodium 166mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 17%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 7g 13%
Calcium 17mg 1%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 74mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.