Easy Whole Wheat Flax Pie Dough
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 2 doughs
- Nutritional Analysis Per Serving (1 of 2 servings): Calories 1059, Total Fat 72 g, Saturated Fat 18 g, Carbohydrates 94 g, Dietary Fiber 11 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 569 mg
- Total: 20 min
- Active: 20 min
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
- 1 heaping teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup organic vegetable shortening
- 6 to 7 tablespoons ice water
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Instructions
- Whisk together the flours, flaxseed meal, and salt. Use a fork or pastry blender to cut in 1/3 cup vegetable shortening until the mixture resembles a fine meal. Add the remaining 1/3 cup shortening, working it in to form pea-sized chunks. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons ice water and gently mix. Add 3 to 4 more tablespoons ice water as needed, then form into a ball. Wrap in wax paper and chill until ready to use. Roll out one portion to 1/2-inch thickness and fit into your pie dishperfect for flaky, flavorful pies that impress every time.
Pro Tip: For an irresistible nutty, buttery twist, finely grind 1 tablespoon pecans or walnuts and sprinkle over the dough's center as you roll. This simple step infuses your whole wheat pie shell with delicious depth!
Recipe courtesy of Rachel McBride. A viewer submissiondelightful results await your kitchen adventure!
