How To Make a Lattice Pie Crust Like a Pro
Follow this step-by-step guide the next time you need an impressive pie crust and lattice top.
Ryan Liebe, Ryan Liebe — 2016
Pie is the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert, but making one from scratch can be a feat, especially if you've never done it before. Determining what kind of crust you want your pie to have is critical. So is putting together a delicious filling and weaving together an impressive lattice topping. It can be a lot, but it's a task that's completely manageable too. Whether this is your very first time making a homemade pie crust, or you're just looking to streamline your own holiday baking process a bit more, this step-by-step guide from Food Network Magazine is a great resource to have on hand. From primping and crimping to folding and weaving, here's everything you need to make a buttery, flakey and delicious crust and pie this Thanksgiving.
How To Weave a Lattice Crust
Step 1: Roll Out, Chill and Cut the Dough
Roll out 1 disk of dough into a 12-inch round on a lightly floured surface; chill 30 minutes. Starting from the center, cut into 14 to 16 half-inch strips (you won't need the end pieces).
Step 2: Lay the Dough Out
Tear off a large piece of parchment paper. Lay every other strip horizontally on the parchment, about 1/2 inch apart.
Step 3: Fold Back the Dough
Gently fold back every other strip halfway.
Step 4: Overlap the Dough
Lay the longest remaining strip perpendicular to the strips on the parchment.
Step 5: Unfold the Dough
Unfold the folded strips to cover the vertical strip.
Step 6: Fold the Dough Again
Fold back the strips on the parchment that were not folded before.
Step 7: Weave Your Lattice
Add another vertical strip. Continue to weave in 1 or 2 more strips, then repeat on the other side to make a full lattice. Slide the parchment onto a baking sheet; chill 30 minutes.
Step 8: Top Your Pie
Slide the lattice onto your pie. Trim the strips if needed, leaving a 1-inch overhang, then fold the overhanging dough under itself.
Step 9: Dig In and Enjoy!
Ryan Liebe, Ryan Liebe — 2016
Bake your pie until golden brown and dig in!
The Best Pie Dough for a Lattice Top
When you need a dough that's a cinch to make and easy to work with, look to this versatile recipe from the Food Network test kitchen.
Lattice Pie Crust
We love this dough for making the lattice crust for many reasons. The combination of shortening and butter makes the dough incredibly easy to work with and forgiving when cutting and weaving. Plus, the added vodka provides tenderness and depth of flavor, making it perfect for a variety of pie fillings.
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Never be intimidated by homemade pie crust again. As long as you keep your ingredients well-chilled and avoid over-mixing the dough, these tried-and-true recipes will give you perfect results, every time.
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