Tart Crust with no eggs, no food processor, and no dirty hands

This tart crust recipe is a great alternative for those who don’t have eggs, a food processor, or want to avoid getting their hands dirty while making the crust. It still results in a delicious and flaky crust!

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.

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Tart Crust with no eggs, no food processor, and no dirty hands

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Any, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 1600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoon Ice water

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the cold and cubed butter to the flour mixture.
3. Use a fork or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
5. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your tart pan.
8. Gently press the dough into the pan, making sure to evenly distribute it.
9. Trim any excess dough and prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
10. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before filling.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.