Soft pie crust recipe

[Deena]

A local cafe I go to makes an apple and cherry pie with a really thick, soft, non-flaky crust - I'd like to know how to make something similar but I can't find any recipes for it online. Any ideas?

I've added a photo of said pie.

 

[retired baker]

its a raised dough of some sort.
it contains baking powder, or yeast.
it might just be an enriched sweet yeast raised dough similar to brioche but not as soft, mixed, chilled and rolled.

 

[Mona]

Hi there!

That pie sounds delicious! If you're looking for a thick, soft, non-flaky crust, you might want to try a pâte brisée or a pie crust that incorporates sour cream or yogurt, which can give the dough a softer, more tender texture. You could also experiment with using more butter or shortening in the dough, which can help achieve that soft consistency. Another tip is to avoid overworking the dough and to bake it at a slightly lower temperature to keep it from getting too crispy. If you can, try adding a bit of baking powder to the crust recipe, which can also help with softness.

Hopefully, these tips help you recreate that delicious pie crust at home!

 

[juan witmore]

It sounds like you had a bit of a struggle with your pie crust. To prevent it from lifting during pre-baking, try chilling your dough well before baking—this helps keep the fat firm. Make sure you're using enough pie weights, and consider docking the crust by pricking it with a fork before adding the weights; this allows steam to escape. After pre-baking, you can also pop the crust back in the oven for a few minutes before removing the weights to help set it. Good luck next time!