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    Delightful Mom Food / Recipes / Dessert / Pastry / Gluten-Free Pie Crust Recipe

    Last Updated September 20, 2021. Published November 9, 2020 Danielle Fahrenkrug | This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

    Gluten-Free Pie Crust Recipe

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    Use this gluten-free pie crust for all your gluten-free quiche and pie needs, both sweet and savory. It is a buttery soft and flaky pie crust that’s wonderful and can also be used for quiches and bars.

    gluten free pie crust in a pie dish with crimped edges

    This elegant recipe is about to be your new favorite go-to gluten-free pie crust recipe that is super simple to make and handy to have around. It is a divine staple crust recipe to use for simple pies, tarts, and quiches, and adds a beautiful addition to any table. I hope you celebrate every holiday, pumpkin pie, fruit pie, and crumble with this gluten-free pie crust! Be sure to also check out our paleo pie crust recipe as well!

    Why this gluten-free pastry crust works

    • Gluten-free, buttery, soft, and flaky! – One thing about gluten-free pie crusts are you do not want to end up with a rubbery crust that is hard to the touch or is crumbly and dry. There are a few tricks up my sleeve to teach you how to successfully make the best gluten-free pie crust! This recipe has been tested over and over again to assure it turns out soft.
    • Dairy-free optional– if dairy is problem, this is a super tasty pie crust that works fantastic using vegan butter.
    • This makes a lot of crust for thick edges – This pastry makes a 9-inch pie crust with an extra thick edge. Or use any leftover dough to create cut-out designs on the top of a pie. Make two if you are making an apple pie or lattice pie. It is really handy to have on-hand a second pie crust to whip together a chicken pot pie one night and a quiche recipe on another busy night!

    What goes into this recipe

    Here is what you need to get started: egg, apple cider vinegar (this activates gluten-free dough and makes them more fluffy), chilled water, gluten-free flour blend of choice ( I suggest Bob’s Red Mill- without dairy, or Cup-4-Cup -which does contain dairy), sugar, xanthan gum, baking powder, salt and butter. Vegan butter or ghee can be used if you have a dairy-allergy.

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    How to make gluten free pie crust from scratch

    STEP 1: In a small bowl whisk together the egg, water and vinegar.

    STEP 2: In another bowl combine the gluten-free flour, sugar, xanthan gum, salt, baking powder and mix to combine. Add in the chilled butter cubes.

    gluten free pie crust

    STEP 3: Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut the butter into the flour until it forms a fine crumb about the size of a pea.

    gluten free pie crust

    STEP 4: Pour in the egg mixture and using a fork mix together quickly to form a dough. Use your hands quickly if needed, but you do not want to dough to get warm. If the dough seems dry, add 1 tablespoon at a time of chilled water.

    gluten free pie crust

    STEP 5: Form the dough into disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Set in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or overnight before using. This chills the dough and sets the flavors.

    gluten free pie crust

    STEP 6: To use the gluten-free pie crust, roll it out on lightly floured parchment paper into a 13-inch round. The circle won’t be perfect, that is ok. If you get tears in the dough, patch it up with extra dough from the sides.

    gluten free pie crust

    STEP 7: Either transfer the dough from the floured surface to the center of a 9-inch pie dish, or leave it on the paper and gently flip it upside-down over the dish. If it is sticky, set the dough in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before separating from the parchment.

    gluten free pie crust

    STEP 8: Using your hands, roll the edges under and crimp in 1-inch increments. Use as directed in the individual recipe. If there is extra dough, use it for designs on top of a pie.

    Expert tips

    Cold crust is key. Keep the butter, water and eggs as cold as possible. Chill the butter in the freezer for 10 minutes prior to cooking if using vegan butter as that tends to be softer. Add the butter direct from the fridge and use water that is chilled with ice if necessary. When the chilled butter and water hit the oven it creates steam which helps make the crust extra flaky. Having a chilled pie crust also helps it not to shrink during baking.

    The secret to a fluffier flakier gluten-free pie crust is the addition of egg, baking powder, and apple cider vinegar to help leaven the dough so that it is not hard and rubbery when cooked. If your gluten-free flour mix has baking powder you do not necessarily need it, but I found it makes the dough softer- like melt-in-your-mouth good!

    Faqs

    Do I need to rest gluten-free pastry?

    Resting the disk of pastry dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour allows the ingredients to settle and provides a nice flakey crust. If you see clumps of butter in the dough, that is good, you want that! Those clumps melt into a the soft crust when cooked.

    What do I do if my pie crust is dry?

    If the pie crust seems dry, add 1 tablespoon at a time of chilled water until the consistency works with the gluten-free flour used.

    Can I mix gluten-free pie crust dough with my hands?

    It is ok to work quickly using your hands to break the butter down if you need but work super fast so the ingredients stay chilled. Some bakers say no, because it melts the butter and makes the dough less flakey when it cooks, but if you work fast this method is great.

    Why is my gluten-free pastry hard?

    That is a result that the pastry dough needs more liquid and water to help it fluff up.

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    gluten free pie crust in a pie dish with crimped edges

    Gluten-Free Pie Crust Recipe

    Use this gluten-free pie crust for all your gluten-free pie needs, both sweet and savory. It is a buttery soft and flaky pie crust that's wonderful and can also be used for quiches and bars.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Low Salt
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Chill Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 1 9-inch pie crust
    Calories: 1514kcal
    Author: Danielle Fahrenkrug

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup cold water plus 1 tablespoon at a time of the dough is dry
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour mix
    • 2 teaspoons sugar
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ cup cold unsalted butter cut into cubes, or use vegan butter

    Instructions

    • In a small bowl whisk together the egg, water and vinegar.
    • In a large bowl combine the gluten-free flour, sugar, xanthan gum, salt, baking powder and mix to combine. Add in the chilled butter cubes.
    • Using a pastry cutter or two knives, cut in the dough until it forms a crumb about the size of peas.
    • Pour in the egg mixture and using a fork mix together quickly to form a dough. Use your hands quickly if needed, but you do not want to dough to get warm. If the dough seems dry, add 1 tablespoon at a time of chilled water.
    • Form the dough into disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Set in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour or overnight before using. This chills the dough and sets the flavors.
    • To use the gluten-free pie crust, roll it out on lightly floured parchment paper into a 13-inch round. The circle won't be perfect, that is ok. If you get tears in the dough, patch it up with extra dough from the sides.
    • Either transfer the dough from the floured surface to the center of a 9-inch pie dish, or leave it on the paper and gently flip it upside-down over the dish. If it is sticky, set the dough in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before separating from the parchment.
    • Using your hands, roll the edges under and crimp in 1-inch increments. Use as directed in the individual recipe.

    Notes

    Notes 1: Make sure the ingredients are very chilled. It will provide steam during baking and a flakier crust.
    Notes 2: If the dough seems dry, add one tablespoon at a time of water. Also use your hands quickly if needed to to mix into a dough. 
    Notes 3: Chill for 30 minutes or overnight. It settles all the flavors and texture. 
    Notes 4: If after rolling out and placing over the pie dish, it is hard to remove the parchment paper due to warmth, set it in the fridge for 15 minutes before removing the parchment. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1514kcal | Carbohydrates: 141g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 102g | Saturated Fat: 60g | Cholesterol: 408mg | Sodium: 1282mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 3074IU | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 7mg
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    About Danielle Fahrenkrug

    Danielle Fahrenkrug is the writer and photographer behind Delightful Mom Food. She is a mama of two young boys and loves food, family, friends, and Jesus with a passion for wine, coffee, and cauliflower crusted pizza. Danielle is also the author for Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Baking Cookbook, Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Cookbook, Dairy-Free Cookbook for Kids and is a certified health and nutrition life coach.

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    Comments

    1. Amy says

      May 10, 2022 at 12:31 pm

      You mention Bob’s Red Mill flour. Could you specify which one, 1-1 or all-purpose?

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      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        May 10, 2022 at 7:23 pm

        I suggest the 1-1 Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free Flour.

        Reply
    2. Precious says

      November 16, 2021 at 8:57 pm

      I don’t bake it at all? Do I need to double the recipe for a bottom and top crust?

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      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        November 16, 2021 at 9:19 pm

        When you are ready to use the crust, bake it according to your recipe directions, or bake at 350 degrees F. for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. And yes, double to recipe for two crusts to make a top and bottom.

        Reply
    3. Marie says

      November 11, 2021 at 8:17 pm

      I’ve used this wonderful recipe many times and my family loved all the pies. I’m planning for an event that will require quite a few pies and I would love to know if you’ve had success doing the dough ahead of time and freezing it?

      Reply
      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        November 11, 2021 at 8:25 pm

        Marie, I am so glad to hear you are loving this pie crust and making it on repeat! I suggest to make it and refrigerate it a couple of days in advance if needed rather than freezing it. It does freeze, but honestly may dry out a little. If you need to freeze it you can try it and if the dough crumbles slightly when rolling out, try adding 1 teaspoon at a time of water and mixing it by hand till it holds then reform a patty, wrap in plastic, refrigerate to harden, then use it. If you can just make it a couple of days in advance and leave it in the refrigerator, then that is best.

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    4. Michelle says

      November 2, 2021 at 3:20 pm

      Can I use a food processor to at least get combine the butter and flour?

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      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        November 2, 2021 at 4:44 pm

        I have not tried that, so I can’t recommend it to see how it changes the texture as over mixing can make it not flaky. If you do try it, I would suggest having the butter very chilled and pulsing in a few increments.

        Reply
    5. Julie Hunnel says

      October 2, 2021 at 8:41 pm

      I use cup 4 cup gluten free flour. Your recipe calls for xanthan gum. Do I need to add it if my flour blend already has it?

      Reply
      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        October 3, 2021 at 1:31 pm

        If your flour already has it (and to avoid going out to get it for one recipe), you can skip the xanthan gum. It acts as a stabilizer to help hold it together, but it is ok without if using that flour.

        Reply
    6. Sara says

      September 20, 2021 at 5:14 pm

      The recipe ingredients have baking POWDER but the instructions have baking SODA. Could you clarify which one to use, please?

      Reply
      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        September 20, 2021 at 5:45 pm

        Hi Sara, it is baking powder. Thank you for pointing that out:-).

        Reply
    7. Tami Nowland says

      August 29, 2021 at 10:23 pm

      how long do you bake it? and at what temperature?

      Reply
      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        August 30, 2021 at 3:10 pm

        Bake the pie crust according to the directions of the a recipe you are using. Or bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes or until golden brown.

        Reply
    8. Jaime says

      July 22, 2021 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      Really delicious gluten free pie crust! It turned out perfectly flaky and you’d honestly never know it was gluten free.

      Reply
      • Danielle Fahrenkrug says

        July 22, 2021 at 9:35 pm

        Thank you Jaime, I am so glad you enjoy this recipe!

        Reply

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