For best results, ensure your shortening is well-chilled before starting. If the dough becomes too warm while rolling, return it to the refrigerator for a few minutes to firm up. Blind bake the crust for 15-20 minutes at 375°F (190°C) if your filling requires a pre-baked crust.
Basic 100% Whole Wheat Pie Crust
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS16
Embrace wholesome goodness with this 100% whole wheat pie crust, a rustic foundation for your favorite sweet or savory fillings. Fortified with wheat gluten for enhanced elasticity, this recipe overcomes the common challenges of whole wheat crusts, delivering a tender and flavorful result.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate23 g
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Fiber4 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium147 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a medium bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup whole wheat flour, wheat gluten, and salt. (5 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
Cut in the chilled vegetable shortening using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (5 minutes)
03
Step
3 mins
Gradually add 2 tablespoons of ice water, mixing with your hands until the dough just comes together. Add up to 1 teaspoon more ice water if needed. Be careful not to overwork the dough. (3 minutes)
04
Step
30 mins
Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to relax the gluten. (30 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle about 1 inch larger than your pie pan. (5 minutes)
06
Step
3 mins
Carefully transfer the crust to your pie pan, trim any excess dough, and crimp the edges as desired. (3 minutes)
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Delfina Huel
Jun 9, 2025A great base recipe for a healthy pie. I adjusted the salt a little based on the filling I was using, and it turned out perfectly.
Dorcas Pfannerstill
Jun 5, 2025This recipe saved my pie! My previous whole wheat crusts were always disasters, but this one was easy to work with and tasted great.
Palma Rosenbaum
Jun 2, 2025I was skeptical about a whole wheat crust, but this recipe is fantastic! The wheat gluten really makes a difference.