No Fuss Pie Crust

Want a cake without having to go through the hassle of making it? We’ve all had those moments when the simple idea of ​​making a pie crust—cutting cold butter into cubes, carefully adding a spoonful of ice water, and wrestling with floured countertops as you roll out the dough—feels more like a plus. Task as a therapeutic baking session. While the process seems meditative on some days, on other days it is undeniably laborious.

Enter No-Hassle Pie Crust – your savior on these chaotic days! This gem requires no rolling or cutting, but miraculously bakes to perfection.That’s right! No rolling!

Cake dough without any problems

Simply put the ingredients flour, oil, cold water (no ice!), baking powder and salt in a bowl and then press the dough firmly into the cake pan. You can easily shape it with your hands or a flat bottom glass in just a few moments.Here’s the sweet (or savory) secret: It offers all the convenience of a store-bought crust while still allowing you complete control over the ingredients. Choose any oil (peanut, olive, avocado, canola or even melted butter), they all work. The result? A tender and unexpectedly flaky crust.

This recipe makes enough for a 9-inch single-crust cake.If you have to blind bake it, remember to prick it with a fork first so it doesn’t puff up too much. If your heart (or your recipe) calls for a top crust, simply double this recipe and casually spread small pieces of dough over the top of the cake, creating a streusel-like topping.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup oil (your choice)
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

DIRECTIONS

Lightly cover a 9-inch cake pan with nonstick spray brush and set aside.
Whisk together flour, salt and baking powder in a large bowl.
Add oil and water, mix and form a ball.
Press the dough ball into the bottom of the prepared pie plate and push it to the side. Use your knuckles or the bottom of a glass to make sure it’s evenly distributed across the bottom and sides of the bowl.Crimp the top edges or flatten them with the tines of a fork, place your filling of choice, and bake according to the guidelines of your cake recipe.
This uncomplicated and full-flavored pie crust recipe is guaranteed to satisfy your pie cravings without any kitchen acrobatics. It’s a delicious shortcut to a heavenly homemade cake that allows you to enjoy every bite without the memories of a terrible baking experience. Immerse yourself in effortless baking and let the cake enjoyment begin!

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