Miracle Baking Powder Pie Crust

Use baking powder in pie crust for a tender and flaky crust, guaranteed every time.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 202 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup shortening
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 6 tablespoons ice water
• 1.25 teaspoons salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl.

Step 2

Transfer 1/2 cup flour mixture to a small bowl; stir in water until smooth.

Step 3

Cut shortening into remaining flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal. Blend in wet flour mixture.

Step 4

Divide dough into two pieces. Form each piece into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes or up to 3 days before using.