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Sourdough Pie Crust

This Sourdough Pie Crust recipe transforms leftover sourdough starter into a delicious and flaky crust suitable for both sweet and savory pies.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1 crust
Course: Bakery, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced For a flaky texture, use cold butter.
  • 0.5 cup sourdough discard Utilize leftover sourdough starter.
  • 1-2 tablespoons cold water Add as needed for dough consistency.

Method

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  • Add the diced butter and mix it into the flour using your hands or a pastry cutter, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Stir in the sourdough discard until the dough starts to come together.
  • If the dough is too dry, add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together.
  • Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish.
  • Place the crust in the pie dish, trim the edges, and fill it with your desired filling.
  • Bake according to your pie recipe instructions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze tightly wrapped for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge before using.
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