Lemon Zest Pie Crust

Given citrus flavor from zest and juice, this easy lemon pie crust makes the ultimate base for a variety of fillings.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 135 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 small lemon, juiced
• 7 tablespoons cold salted butter, cubed
• 3 tablespoons ice water, or more as needed
• 0.5 cup white sugar
• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Sift flour and sugar into a large bowl. Cut in butter until it is in pea-sized pieces.

Step 2

Make a "well" in the flour mixture. Pour in water and lemon zest. Carefully fold into the flour mixture until lightly combined.

Step 3

Make another "well" and pour in lemon juice; lightly fold into the batter. Repeat with vanilla extract. Add more water if needed to bring the dough together.

Step 4

Form dough into 2 separate, equal-sized discs and cover in plastic wrap. Let rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using.