Perfect Flaky Piecrust Recipe

Perfect Flaky Piecrust Recipe

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1¾ cups plus 2 tablespoons solid vegetable shortening
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  1. Place the flour, sugar, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Add the shortening and mix with a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly.
  2. Combine the egg, vinegars, and water, add to the flour mixture, and mix until the flour is moistened. Divide into 4 portions, shaping each into a disc. Wrap each in plastic and refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 1 week.