How to Keep Pie Crust From Getting Soggy: 1 Easy Solution
If you're struggling with soggy crusts, then this is for you! We will be looking at exactly how to prevent a soggy pie crust in one 1 additional step.
Now, we know that pies already take quite some time to make. But even though this step may not be quick, it is well worth the extra effort!
Equipment
- Rolling Pin
- Pie dish
- Fork or pastry docker
- Baking paper
- Pie weights (or uncooked rice)
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
- Pie dough
Instructions
- Once your dough has been made, roll it out into a uniform thin sheet. Then, line your pie dish making sure the dough reached into every corner.Once lined, press the dough into the fluted edges. It should lift so that it reaches slightly over the edge of the pie dish.Pie dough
- Next, you can use a fork to dock the bottom of the pie crust. This will ensure that the crust bakes evenly without forming air bubbles. It is a technique that has been used by professional bakers for centuries, so trust us when we say it works!Make sure to dock the pastry. If you don't create enough indents, the dough may still form air pockets.
- Once your dough has been docked, you can rest it inside the fridge for another 10 minutes. This will help solidify the butter and prevent the crust from shrinking a lot.After it has rested again, you can add a large sheet of baking paper inside the pie dish. Make sure it completely covers the surface and reaches over the edges. This paper needs to hold all of the pie weights and will make it much easier to remove.Then, add your pie weights inside the paper.
- Finally, you can place the pie crust inside a preheated oven at 320ºF (160ºC). Bake it for roughly 10-15 minutes depending on the thickness of your dough. The crust should only start turning golden brown. But it shouldn't reach the perfect color just yet.
- After you have blind-baked your pie crust, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely. If you add the filling too soon, it will also add to a soggy crust.
Notes
After the pastry crust has been blind-baked, you can add some egg wash to give it the best color. Remove the pie weights after the initial baking time has elapsed. Then, brush the dough with egg wash and allow it to bake for another 5 minutes. This will help give the crust a beautiful color.
For pie weights, you don't have to go buy special equipment. You can also use uncooked rice, beans, or granulated sugar. Just remember that you cannot use the rice and beans after it has baked in the oven. The sugar will have caramelized slightly but is still safe to use.
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