Lemon Zest Pie Crust Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and lemon zest.
• STEP 2.Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
• STEP 3.Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
• STEP 4.Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• STEP 5.When ready to use, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a pie dish.
• STEP 6.Trim and crimp the edges as desired.
• STEP 7.Fill the pie crust with your desired filling and bake according to the recipe instructions.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the butter is cold to achieve a flaky crust.
• Refrigerating the dough before rolling it out helps prevent shrinkage during baking.
• For a stronger lemon flavor, you can add a little lemon juice along with the zest.

Storage and Serving

• Once baked, let the pie crust cool completely before filling.
• Store any leftover pie crust in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.