5-Minute Water & Flour Pie Dough 🥧⏱️
Just 4 ingredients! This ultra-simple, no-fail dough is soft, pliable, and perfect for both sweet and savory pies.
Ingredients (Makes 1 large crust or 2 small pie crusts)
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240ml (1 cup) boiling water
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½ tsp salt
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4 tbsp (60ml) sunflower oil (or any neutral oil)
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500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
(Optional: 1 tbsp sugar for sweet pies, or 1 tsp herbs for savory.)
Instructions
1. Make the Dough
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In a large bowl, mix boiling water + salt + oil until combined.
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Gradually add flour, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
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Knead lightly for 1-2 minutes until smooth (add a sprinkle of flour if sticky).
2. Roll & Use Immediately
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No chilling needed! Roll out on a floured surface for:
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Single-crust pies (press into pie dish, fill, and bake).
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Hand pies/empanadas (cut circles, fill, and seal).
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Flatbreads (cook in a dry skillet until puffed).
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3. Baking Tips
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Pre-bake (blind bake): Prick crust with a fork, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 mins before filling.
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For golden crust: Brush with egg wash or milk before baking.
Why This Works
🔥 Hot water gelatinizes the flour, making the dough flexible yet sturdy.
⏳ No resting time: Use right away—no shrinkage!
🌱 Vegan-friendly: No butter or eggs needed.
Perfect for:
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Fruit pies (apple, cherry)
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Savory pies (quiche, pot pie)
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Fried doughs (samosas, dumplings)
(Storage: Wrap tightly in plastic; keeps in the fridge for 2 days or freeze for 1 month.)
A game-changer for last-minute pies! 😍