Delicious Homemade Pastry Crust Ideas

Craving a perfect pastry crust? Whether for sweet or savory dishes, a well-made crust elevates any recipe. Here are several easy pastry crust recipes to try at home.
Recipe 1 Ingredients
4 oz flour
Pinch of salt
2 oz butter (cubed)
3 tbsp cold water
Directions
Combine salt and flour in a bowl. Add the cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs without visible butter lumps. Pour in cold water gradually to form a dough, avoiding excess moisture. Wrap in cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before use.

Ensure the dough isn't too sticky or watery for easy handling. Chill it thoroughly, then roll out evenly into a pie dish, pressing into corners. For a double crust pie, roll out the remaining dough and fit on top.
Recipe 2 Ingredients
1¼ cups flour
¼ tsp salt
½ cup butter
¼ cup ice water
Directions
Mix flour and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add water, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Roll out on a floured surface, then fit into a pie dish, trimming excess dough. Prepare the top crust similarly.

Use this versatile dough for tarts, quiches, and pies. Roll it to the desired thickness, shape as needed, and bake at 375°F until golden. For unfilled crusts, prick with a fork before baking.
Recipe 3 Ingredients
2 cups flour
1 tsp salt
2/3 cup butter
7 tbsp cold water
Directions
Combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form. Add water gradually and mix gently until dough is soft. Roll out to a moderate thickness, then bake at 375°F until browned. Prick unfilled crusts to prevent bubbles.

Recipe 4 Ingredients
1 cup flour
½ tsp salt
¼ cup olive or canola oil
¼ cup ice water
Directions
Mix flour and salt. Whisk oil and water together, then combine with flour mixture to form a dough. Press into a 9-inch pie pan, fill with desired filling, and bake at 400°F until cooked through. This oil-based crust adds a crisp texture perfect for quiches or savory pies.