Pie Crust Recipe Baking Tutorial Demonstration: How to Make Tender, Flaky Pie Crust

Jordan Winery's baker extraordinaire, Cristina Valencia, returns to show tips and techniques for baking the perfect pie crust from scratch. View the complete pie dough crust recipe, including pie filling, on our website: www.jordanwine....
Don't forget: This pie will taste sweeter if you start the meal with a bottle of food-friendly wine: www.jordanwine....
This flaky and flavorful recipe and baking tips will make it easy for you to create a pie that would make your grandmother proud. Cristina teaches you her 3-2-1 method, how to choose the right ingredients, combine them to ensure you get flaky layers and how to create different pie crust designs (pinched edge and lattice) for a beautiful presentation.

[@snuckyr]

3 cups AP flour 2 sticks cubed chilled butter 1 cup ice water 1 tbs sugar 1 tsp salt I come back here every now and then for the ingredient amounts because I only remember 3-2-1 but never of which haha

[@fantastiqueberliotz1209]

It's the same with me, Chris R. In fact, that's why I'm here now! ; )

[@janelc1643]

Is this salted butter?

[@curtissaunders3270]

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[@Othermails08]

I am confused about the water. Her recipe has 1 cup water. Many other recipes has 1/4 c water. That’s a huge difference!

[@davidzapasnik9067]

@@janelc1643 To my knowledge, unless the recipe specifically calls for it, use unsalted butter.

[@richardgurtner7955]

Thank You *******What a Great pie crust. I have come back several times over the years. This pie crust has never failed me. I hope your happiness is for ever. Lol Richard

[@tammypoppino1657]

You have the best pie crust presentation I've seen. You present this in a very friendly, basic instructional manner not leaving anything out. Now I realize I don't need to add an egg cause you turn the dough over several times as one would biscuits to make flaky. I'm so glad you keep this on utube and your website. Thank you very much!

[@pickledone9698]

Each time I come back to this video I feel I should be paying, it’s so much more than a recipe it’s a thorough step by step tutorial on ingredient options.

[@jenniferhonnell3586]

Honestly this is the best tutorial ever!!!!! I tried 2 times and failed, found this and it worked on the first try!!!! Thank you!

[@LoriSue52]

Jennifer Honnell didn't the buyer ooze out while baking? Maybe my butter chunks were a bit to large ... idk? I followed exactly ?

[@loridennis2989]

@@LoriSue52 The buyer? You put the buyer in your pie? 🤣

[@alejandraayala8815]

@@loridennis2989 must be a meat pie

[@PhilVerryChannel]

@@LoriSue52 That happen if your butter pieces aren't dusted with flour as baking.

[@ctj111]

This changed the way I make pie crust and the eatability of my pies. Thanks lady.

[@drfearsgirl]

Finally a decent pie crust tutorial on KZbin. Thank you.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

You're welcome

[@Eudiamonia77]

Back again in 2023. Best price crust video hands down. Thank you!

[@LorettaLozano-nk4bb]

I’ve been using your recipe and I get great results… love it 😊

[@virginiaglasow5048]

You Tube says I subscribed to your site in 2012. Every time I bake, I come back here. This pie crust is also great for Quiches and Biscuits! I love seeing that this site now has dozens of videos and that this video has pages of comments. I was new to 'utube' then and probably afraid to comment. Thank you. Changed my pies forever.

[@ellenmcmahon8054]

I just made this crust. I have been looking for a great piecrust for 30+ years.....THIS is it!!!! Thank you for posting this. I will use it as my one and only crust for years to come. I am so lucky to have stumbled upon it today. A game changer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PS EXCELLENT and thorough video.

[@robertdelisle5384]

Well, Cristina, now I know how to make a latice pie with the excellent pie dough that you have taught us all to make. This is GREAT!!! Thank you very much.

[@Eudiamonia77]

I come back to this video every year for holiday pies. Simple, clear, and comes out wonderfully. Thank you

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Happy Thanksgiving

[@Eudiamonia77]

Back again in 2021!!!

[@michellenewman8305]

I do the same. Never made a good pie crust till watching this video. Thank you

[@heatoo01]

I made my very first pie EVER today and used this video as my method to make the pie crust. It turned out unbelievably good. My mom, who's a domestic diva and cook, was super impressed. Thank you very much for this awesome and informative video!

[@betterstill100]

Best tutorial on pie crusts on KZbin. Love the way she explains everything to do with making a crust.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Thank you. You can find more baking recipes and our wines at www.jordanwinery.com.

[@CulinaryCasanova]

Loved the tutorial well done! and Cristina is easy on the eyes.

[@doniellestenson3502]

Thank you.Precise,Professional and sensible. 3-2-1.

[@ChuckAng123]

Dear Christina: I have been making pies for years, but I was always on the lookout for "that perfect recipe." Well, my search is over--your recipe was the tastiest, flakiest, most easy to roll out and work with EVER! It was delicious!!! I have used it with sweet and savory fillings, and my family and clients eat every piece of the crust and chase after the crumbs. Thank you for a great tutorial and a wonderful recipe.

[@chefkef5156]

I've seen many (and also baked) Pie Crusts. This is by far The Best demonstration I've seen. Top it with professional video and we get Real Beautiful Instructional Video. It shows me that in this place people really take care of the little details. This is one of the places if I'm in the area I'll make sure to visit and try a nice meal.

[@juanramirez-ro5ku]

finally ! I can watch someone who is not overly dressed ,does not do a lot of "ooh look at me "And is superb at their job!!

[@kathleen9750]

I agree. 7 inch nails and cubic zirconia be damned!

[@Buskieboy]

My wife and I are attempting home made pie for the 1st time, as store bought is either sub-par or if is quality it is very expensive. The ingredients for 3 pies can be bought for the price of one quality pie. That being said, this video is one of the best we've seen! Simple and to the point with excellent demonstration. Ms. Valencia is a great teacher. Thank-you for this. Can't wait to make our next pie. We'll let you know how it turns out!

[@joyceragans6213]

I will try this one the others are not working

[@mediumdun18]

I hope Cristina is still with Jordan Winery so I can thank her for making this tutorial . Wonderful results that have been reproduced many times over . Can't thank you enough for solving my pie crust dilemma and taking the time to share this simple but innovative technique

[@maxxamillion5983]

Your demonstration is straightforward and very easy and professional . You are so far the best that I've seen on KZbin showing the world how you make your pie crust. Look forward to others.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Thank you!

[@jgizzy]

Cristina, you're amazing, great job! Thanks for the video and actual pro tips!

[@josephsoto2890]

I agree this video is great .It made my pie crust stress disappear and answered all the question I kept asking myself. LOL Thank You

[@margie5995]

I agree with several of the other people that commented on this video. This is s by far a True Quality Rolls Royce standard video in comparison to 90% of the videos I have viewed regarding cooking and/or baking instructions. You are a true professional. I appreciated this video it did not disappoint!

[@sunshine2049]

there is something about baking a pie that is so grounding, its the ultimate comfort

[@GML2002]

I made it more then 3 times in a row for the past 1.5 weeks! Every time I had the great result! Thanks a lot!

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Wonderful! You're welcome.

[@reptilerick]

By far one of the best demonstrations of a go-to pie crust on YT. Thank-you Christina.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Thank you. You can find more baking recipes and our wines at www.jordanwinery.com.

[@porterrooney4619]

Of all the pie making videos I've watched this one is by far the best!!

[@sarabarden]

I have been using this video for years. I don’t make many pies so I refer back to this. All the comments I have read are spot on. The best

[@Nappy2BeMe]

OMG!!!!----After watch you Ms. Cristina....I feel like I can climb a PIE CRUST MOUNTAIN!. I am practicing tonight. This is the best tutorial for a flaky crust EVER!! No choir practice tonight...so I am going to have myself elbow up in pie crust. And I have a fresh bag of Bob Mill Pastry Flour to throw around. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@ZachynKellyFilms]

This video sparked my love for baking. You’re a fantastic teacher! Never have I been more proud of something I made and felt confident while doing it (thankful for pause and rewind lol) - and the final project looked so pretty. Thank you so much - this video is my go to.

[@alilsomethgtight]

Christina, What a Terrific Complete Lesson.You are easy to follow and very detailed Thank You. If your Boss reads this, Give her a Instructor Title with a raise

[@everythingpies]

Cristina, thanks for sharing your pie crust. I make a fair amount of pies and also use butter. I always do it by hand, never a mixer. I have big hands as well. One thing I do to the recipe is that I add a small amount of canola or corn oil to the ice water before adding to dry mixture. The oil helps to reduce the gluten and makes the dough more workable when chilled. Butter gets hard when cold. I love the layers and flakes your pie crust has. Your pie presentation is right on. Fantastic! Cristina's pie crust recipe is 3-2-1 or: 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 sticks of unsalted-butter or 1 cup of butter (8 oz) 1 cup ice-cold water 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt

[@everythingpies]

Cristina's pie crust recipe is 3-2-1 or: 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 sticks of unsalted-butter or 1 cup of butter (8 oz) 1 cup ice-cold water 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt

[@williamdrake3141]

I've always said if you love to do something you will be good at it. If you have the talent to do something you will be good at it . But if you have the love and the talent you'll be one of the best. You clearly have both. I've been making pies for over 40 years so i think I know what i'm talking about.

[@elliejeanthequeen]

Cristina I want to thank you for sharing this recipe. I come from a long line of great bakers...moms, grandmas, aunts. I have seen many of their recipes, but I had troubles getting results as those old recipes seem to be missing the method. I LOVE your approach as I have a Kitchenaid mixer and I got real excited to think that I could use mine to make pastry. I got it mastered on the second try, and now I don't have to be intimidated by making pasty. In fact, I think you make it so simple that anyone could try it and get confidence from the results. I look forward to making more pies! Ellie =)

[@Yaravis]

Made this today. Filling was off the charts delicious. Crust was super flaky and buttery, but a bit chewier than I wanted. Will try the pastry flour next. Easily the best pie I've ever made. Thanks!

[@wandsandwizards]

Wonderful instructions, magnificent pie - Cristina you are amazing. I could watch and listen to you all day. Thank you!

[@ScarletNoire]

THE best apple pie recipe. And the crust is perfectly flaky.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Great to hear! Thank you, Raquel.

[@KromeDragon]

This video is amazing, she was cool, too the point, practical, not fussy about little intricacies, the stuff the scares people away from pastry. I made this twice, on the first time i added too much water so it was sticky, but the proportions and especially her technique about rolling the dough that i have never seen on any recipe on KZbin made it come out tender and flaky still, second time was even better, soft even layers with even, i could even see the space between the layers when i break it. It's foolproof!

[@gladyscaballero3484]

Zeneki

[@tanakantor7034]

Outstanding. I've made pie crusts for years and they're fine, but not great. This video both showed me and explained how to do it better. Thanks. Rock on!

[@stellaw3873]

Cristina thank you. I use this pie crust all the time. I like the way you take time to explain everything you have truly been very helpful. Everyone loves my pies and its all because of you. Thanks

[@silverado347]

Wow... finally a Master. Amazing work!! Keep it up...

[@CarmanCheung]

Thank you! made pie crusts before but this is the first time really understanding how and the science behind it after watching :) everyone loved the flakiness!

[@justpar2012]

Love the tip on the lattice topping made on an inverted plate, frozen, slid off the plate onto top the pie and trimmed off.

[@mikedisher30]

the best pie crust recipe on YT

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Thank you!

[@BooBoo-ut2zo]

I've seen a lot of pie crust recipes. Many of them being good but this girl has it done to a simple science. Great job and thansk for sharing your videos with us wannabe cooks LOL

[@sadeyes22]

Thank you for this! I have watched a lot of pie crust videos and this is by far the best. Usually the videos (and recipes) show far less water than this one, which has never worked for me --the dough was always too dry and I thought I was doing something wrong. Other recipes and videos also mix the dry ingredients much more. What you show makes more sense, and you explained that and the other aspects of the recipe extremely well. I had almost given up making pie crust, but now I'm eager to try it again.

[@user-fn2sp6vp6k]

Thank you so much for this informative helpful video. Can't wait to try it out.

[@sosik3299]

I like the way you present your show. You' re just simple and natural, good on you, keep going and thanks.

[@ramaries276]

😍🥰FINALLY…🙏🏻 THANK U JORDAN, this Chef explained this so perfectly, her TIPS…THE BEST! I love baking from scratch but have given up and slowed it down due to disappointing outcomes, edible, just not to my expectation. Today u explained and made this process look effortless, that I will be baking here in about 15 min attempting this pie crust recipe!! I feel positive! And will use ALL her TIPS!…her 3, 2, 1, THE FOLDING FOR WHAT IVE ALWAYS WANTED…A FLAKY CRUST, egg wash, sprinkled sugar🥰I CAN HARDLY WAIT!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU!😘😎

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

So happy this was helpful for you! Enjoy.

[@SirenoftheVoid]

I loved how you shared various options for ingredients and methods of baking,leaving it open-ended for us to explore.Clear and easy instructions to follow,and being able to see what it all means is very helpful.i'm a visual person so this was perfect! :)

[@amBucceri]

What a fabulous video! I've been making crust for years, but it NEVER looked as flakey as this recipe. Great video. Thanks for the professional, yet easy recipe.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Glad you enjoyed and happy to help if you have any questions. Enjoy your Thanksgiving. Cheers!

[@1977mv]

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[@kenhewitt5128]

Best video on pie crust ....by far ! really clear ..thx

[@leoliz]

Cristina, you are a great teacher...thanks for taking time to explain things, thanks for sharing!!

[@tomifost]

This was my first attempt at making pie, and it turned out better than many I've had. Attractive and flavorful, thanks for the recipe!

[@greg6107]

I had to watch 3 times, could not take my eye off you. This best of the best pie pastry tutorial. Thank you.

[@JamieQuintanilla]

Now that is a great tutorial

[@rjardine99]

Great video! I am a novice baker and have tried many recipes trying to get a flaky pie crust. Finally did it by following this video. This is the best pie dough video on KZbin. Thanks!

[@g.dollar2563]

Excellent tutorial! Great job!!!!

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Thank you!

[@rebekahtysoe1441]

This is the best and easiest pie crust recipe I have ever come across. I've always been so scared to make pie crust so this was only my second attempt and it was SO easy and it came out perfect and is by far one of the best pie crusts I've tasted. Thanks Cristina!

[@judas8897]

THANK YOU!! I WILL BE MAKING MY FIRST PIE CRUST , I MAKE COOKIE CRUST FOR CHEESECAKES ETC. IM MAKING A PIE CRUST WITH MY NEW KITCHENAID , QUEST: DID YOU USE HALF PASTERY HALF UNBLEACHED OR JUST UNBLEACHED FLOUR SHE SAID YOU CAN I WAS WONDERING IF YOU DID . YOUR PIE SOUNDS LIKE IT WAS A HIT THATS WHY I WAS WONDERING.

[@123ALEXHOUSE]

Fantastic Pie Crust. Looking forward to more videos

[@frankc6430]

finally found and confirmed what I remember about a flaky crust ,love everything about this video including a good looking teacher :) ; Thank you Cristina.

[@MH-yj4qq]

Made this crust the other day, now I understand WHY I did it the way I did. Very nice. Thank you!

[@buzzcutt697]

I made this today. I've only made a pie once before in my life, about 2 years ago, and it was a total flop. I tried this recipe and technique and it's perfect. Thank you, Cristina, for giving me a fast-lane tutorial to becoming a pie-baking genius. The crust was flaky, tender and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I used apple filling following your instruction, and just mixed in a pint of small blueberries when the cooking was done. The pie is a prize. Take a bow, Cristina!

[@maryjocarter668]

Best best best. I have done a hundred pies and this is the best one. Thank you Christina! You are truly a master.

[@maryannmack]

Thanks, very good teacher.

[@shiralboone5792]

This is the way I have made crust for many years. Absolutely the most flavorful and tender crust. This video is excellent.

[@troyjaxil]

I used the recipe and the instructions for my strawberry rhubarb pie. I used half whole wheat flour (substituted one tbsp of the whole wheat flour with corn starch), and it was the flakiest best pie crust I've ever made. It is an amazing recipe and is officially the pie crust I will use for every pie (that calls for a traditional pie crust) I make from now on.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

+troyjaxil Thanks so much. We will share your comments with Cristina. Happy baking.

[@melaniemoffatt6638]

Does this recipe make one or two pie crust?

[@elkiegriffith7386]

Wow! You made it look really easy! I am going to try it out! I love flakey crust , now I know how it is transformed into that texture!

[@marykaras2353]

Why must people make negative comments. Here, a very sweet and very professional girl Is only trying to give helpful hints to people that need help making pie crust. Which are excellent by the way. If you find you do not like the sound of her voice or WHATEVER, simply do not watch. No one is forcing you to do so. It's very simple. Don't hurt people with negative comments. It's not helping anything, is it? Doing so just shows that the negative comment makers have some sort of personality issues. Kindly just zip it in future. If you can"t say something nice, don't say anything at all. Be kind. Being kind instead of nasty really makes you feel better. Try it.

[@jackgriffith9229]

😂1) This is a WOMAN not a girl! 2) Negative comments are more likely about the troll than this Pastry chef! 3) The Skill set being demonstrated in this post is incredible!! Thank You Chef!!🎉

[@teresadkirse8489]

I’ve never been able to make a good pie crust until now. Comes out absolutely perfect every single time. My husband loves apple pie and now I can make a delicious pie for him. Thanks so much.

[@lorrainedesmarais8952]

This video is by far, the best video I've seen on this subject! Great work, Cristina! The filming of the video is also performed with excellence! Thanks, from Montreal, Canada! :)

[@Eudiamonia77]

So well done. Thank you. I have used this process a number of times and it always comes out great.

[@jodybotos2253]

I love that you explained not only what to do, but also why you are doing it. Very informative...most just tell you what to do without any explanation as to why or what it does. Thank you...wonderful video!!

[@TKTpets]

I agree, Christina is a good teacher. I think she is very gifted at what she does. I would love to see her do more videos. Thanks.

[@michaeltulloch1617]

Thanks...glad you said Butter.

[@jenmullins4198]

This is the best piecrust video I've watched!!!

[@thomaswilliamhughes4902]

I was always taught by my mother, and my wife used the same recipe, and incidentally I live in the UK, was with the fat used it’s the amount of fat is half the amount of flower, that is by weight. We don’t use the cup measurement. However I think you did a splendid video, very clear and to the point.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Thank you, Thomas!

[@TheCakePrincess]

I love Christina's videos! She does such a great job explaining the science or the "why" behind what she's doing.

[@maryjocarter668]

Cristina. Thank you! I have been attempting to make crust for many years and after watching this, my first attempt was delicious and photo worthy gorgeous! I think you are wonderful. I posted you on Facebook also...

[@ForwardtheFavour]

Thorough presentation!! Welldone. Even explaining the protein behaviour. This is world-class cooking. Thank you.

[@steveburnell7625]

I really found your video to be the most educational. Thank you so much I can’t wait to try my first crust and lattice!

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Steve Burnell you’re welcome

[@bcbelleandme]

Your examples of crust are the most beautiful I've seen anywhere!! If I am able to replicate them, I will consider it a huge success. Thank you for sharing your techniques.

[@natsuztube]

The clip is very comprehensive and rich in tips. Thumbs up. ^ ^

[@Jupe367]

She explains things very well. Wow... I am impress.

[@joannaepp9469]

I appreciate the knowledge that the baker has about all the little details and some of the science behind the baking. Very interesting video, thanks much!

[@icemancometh8679]

Hi. Women can learn so much about cooking from their mothers growing up but as a guy when I started trying to cook later on I'm sure I made my own bad habits. Watching this video will fix your bad habits. I've followed cookbooks and done ok but this is such a good looking dough. When I first started out, I had dough sticking to the countertop and never could pick it up. I think I better follow this video from now on and retrain myself. So professional.

[@buzzcity01]

My mother always used lard, and mixed and kneaded the pastry dough by hand. It was the old tried and true method she learned from her mother on the farm many, many years ago before modern mixers or food processors were around. I just tried recently to make pies myself using her recipe. First try came out good but 2nd time the crust was a little tough. Glad I found this as I have a KitchenAid stand mixer and will try it next time and use butter instead of lard. Thanks. Great tutorial.

[@emmanelson9535]

buzzcity01

[@annabelleromero6171]

Best instruction for pie crust!

[@lovetina2010]

Props to Jordan. Very detailed and informative in reasoning while making the pie. It looked awesome. You have me convinced I can make this. thank you and i will make one following you.

[@JordanVineyardWinery]

Thank you. Stay tuned for Cristina's olive oil cake baking video.

[@keithpreston6968]

fantastic ! no BS right to the point no drama thanks

[@warriorwithin9310]

She will have her own show one day I hope. Simple and sweet...just like her pies. Great video.

[@judas8897]

WOW WHAT A GREAT LESSON FOR MAKING A PIE DOUGH THANK YOU FOR EXPERTISE & PROFESSIONAL TIPS!!! THIS IS MY FIRST TIME MAKING A PIE CRUST , THANKS FOR THE CONFIDENCE 😍

[@RedDragonQ]

Wonderful, I absolutely love how concise and informative you were, I had absolutely no questions after the video and the finished products looked amazing, thank you.

[@jmsdgrf]

That is the most beautiful pie I've ever seen. Thank-you for your time and effort in explaining this. Very well done!

[@gvb1503]

Cristina, you are perfect!!!

[@tpsvaughan4978]

Excellent demonstration. Thank you Cristina. I will give this a try once I go buy some apples.

[@lulum1400]

First time making homemade pie crust and by hand! I was so intimidated but decided to give it a go, since you explained it pretty well. Let me just say it came out great!! so flaky like you said. The only thing is that the butter did boil over and spilled a bit in the oven causing it to smoke. My advise to those of you who want to try it. is to put a piece of aluminum foil on the bottom of the oven just in case that happens so it wouldnt smoke your house. Its what i eventually had to do and it worked great. BTW it could be because I may have not sealed a piece of the top and bottom crust enough. because it was only from one corner. Great recipe, btw tried your filling recipe also. If you dont have cornstarch ap flour works just as good. It was delicious!! thank you!!

[@Bobloblaugh]

Like most other commenters, thank you for the brilliant yet simple explanation. I have two gorgeous Saskatoon berry pies to take to my mother in law's house for Saturday supper tonight and I couldn't be more excited.