What did one pie say to another?
“I have fillings for you”
Pies are the crusty, crunchy, floury, and tasty covering that holds different fillings like sweet including fruits I.e., apples, peaches, cherries, and savory I.e. Chicken, Beef, and whatnot. The concept of pies originated in ancient Egypt, starting from the Greeks. Primarily, the pie crust was just for holding the filling and was not consumed. But since the time we have discovered the crunch and buttery, flaky goodness of the Crust, we have all become fans. I love this culinary awesomeness and eat the crust with coffee as a separate treat aside from the filling. The lights yet satisfying crunch and crumbly texture is just heavenly. So, I have found some of the best and unique pie crust recipes that you would make again and again!
Classic Pastry Crust
This recipe is the best, classic, top-notch take on Pastry crust that you would find in high-end restaurants. It will be light yet heavy, it will be airy yet layer-y. The perfect pie crust recipe for all your sweet or savory fillings loved and approved by everyone. You can make both double-crust pie and single-crust pie with this recipe. So let’s turn your simple salty and sweet pies into a restaurant-quality dish.
Easy Pie Crust
If you want to whip up something easy yet filling to eat, this recipe is what you need. Aside from being easy to make and bake, it has a secret hidden ingredient I.e, lemon. The citrusy lemon juice stops gluten formation with its acidity and makes the crust more tender. The recipe is ideal for small savory pies with a soft and gooey texture inside, perfectly cooked on the outside. The lemon also gives it a new zesty flavor profile to bind well with the savory filling. So follow some easy steps and get the best pie crust recipe in no time.
No fail Pie Crust
Another perfect addition to your pie recipes would be this crust. When I say it’s called a no-fail pie crust recipe, I mean it. The steps and ingredients involved would leave you with a flexible and light yet tough pie crust able to hold a massive amount of filling. It would not break off or let the stuffing come out. This pie crust is the ideal recipe for making big sweet and savory pies for grand family dinners and gatherings. The added vinegar and iced water would give this crust the needed tenderness and eggs would have the necessary flexibility to hold on to the stuffing.
No Roll Pie Crust
If you are in a hurry to cook a family dinner or want something for your kids that requires minimal effort and has maximum taste and texture, this recipe is ideal. As the name indicates, you can use just your hands to make this crust and, the final product would be lightest, extra crumbly, and rustic. It will be perfect for a simple family-style pie ready within just a matter of minutes. So let’s get the crumble on with this tasty crust and add the filling of your choice. Pro-tip, I mix the crust dough with lots of dry fruits and figs to eat this as a regular snack with my evening tea.
Fried Pie Crust
If you want to combine a dessert with a dessert, this recipe is your calling!. It has the crush and health benefits of coconut, it has a buttery taste of butter, it has a dense sweetness of brown sugar, what more can you need?. It is a perfect spin on a pie crust completely transformed to accompany your sweet fillings. Super easy to make and super tasty to eat. Even without the sweet filling, it is a complete dessert in itself. The rich, dense, comforting, and indulgent coconut flavor would be just the thing you’d need after a hectic day at work. So let’s sprinkle some powdered sugar on it and sprinkle some love on yourself with this delicious recipe.
Final Thoughts
Since the early days of Greek civilization, pies have been a part of our lives. Their taste and unique appeal have kept them around for so long. So let’s make the most out of this delicious treat and enjoy it in different unique ways and with a variety of fillings. Every recipe takes you in a completely different culinary direction of taste and flavor. So, with these great recipes, Let’s get Crusty!.