Pre baking your pie crust is the easiest way to guarantee a crispy pie crust with no soggy bottoms. Yes, even underneath a juicy fruit or custardy cream filling! Learn how to pre bake pie crust in this blog post, complete with my best tips, tricks, and of course, links to my favorite pie recipes.
BAKING INSTRUCTIONSPreheat oven to 375°F.Remove frozen crust from package. Let thaw 15 minutes.Thoroughly prick bottom and side of crust with fork to help reduce shrinkage and bubbling. … Place on baking sheet and bake on middle oven rack for 12-15 minutes at 375°F.Cool completely.
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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Remove frozen crust from package. Let thaw 15 minutes.
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Thoroughly prick bottom and side of crust with fork to help reduce shrinkage and bubbling. …
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Place on baking sheet and bake on middle oven rack for 12-15 minutes at 375°F.
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Cool completely.
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Make your favorite pie crust (or, use a store bought one!).
Follow your recipe’s instructions to make the pie dough.
If you’re looking for a good pie crust recipe, definitely check out my recipe for how to make pie crust in a stand mixer.
Once you’ve made your pie dough and it’s ready to be assembled, mold it onto the pie plate to form the bottom crust and crimp its edges. Use a fork to prick holes into the bottom and sides of the crust.
What are pie weights and why do I need to use them?
Pie weights are often used when pre baking unfilled pie crusts. The pie weights keep the crust from puffing up in the center. They also help prevent the crust from sliding down the edges of the pie pan.
You can buy pie weights online; they come in many different shapes and sizes. However, similar to frozen pie crust, not all pie weights are created equal! Avoid the chains—often times, they aren’t heavy enough to keep the pie from puffing up and/or sliding down the sides of the pan. Instead, opt for the ceramic balls. I have a set of these in my kitchen!
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FAQ
Can I bake a frozen pie crust without thawing?
How long to bake pie crust at 350?
How long to bake a frozen pie at 350?
How long to cook Marie Callender pie crust?
How long does it take to bake a frozen pie crust?
Make the egg wash by baking the crust first. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and place the frozen crust in the center. Store-bought pie dough takes 30 minutes to bake, whereas homemade pie dough takes 35 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure that your pie crust is perfectly baked.
How long do you bake a pie crust at 375?
Bake the crust at 375 degrees Fahrenheit in 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the weights and the liner first. At this point, bake it for another 5 minutes. Get your filling of choice and then fill the crust. Start baking the pie according to the steps of its recipe. Remember to use a foil ring to cover the edges of the crust.
How do you cook a frozen strawberry pie?
Fresh strawberry pies are the best examples of this. For at least 15 minutes, defrost the frozen pie crust. Prick the bottom using a fork. Use parchment paper or aluminum foil as liners for the crust. Place the pie weights on top of the liners. Dry beans may be used for this. Bake it for 375 degrees Fahrenheit in at least 12 to 15 minutes.
How do you defrost a frozen pie crust?
For at least 15 minutes, defrost the frozen pie crust. Prick the bottom using a fork. Use parchment paper or aluminum foil as liners for the crust. Place the pie weights on top of the liners. Dry beans may be used for this. Bake it for 375 degrees Fahrenheit in at least 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the pie weights and liners.