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Has it ever happened to you when you arrive at someone’s house, they serve you a delicious pie and you simply have to refuse because you know it will contain gluten? Sometimes we want to eat it so much that we have to make our own pie when we get home!
As I am gluten intolerant, I know perfectly well what it feels like to want to eat something, but not be able to.
That’s why I bring you this recipe! This gluten-free pie crust recipe is delicious and surprises everyone, especially my husband (who can eat gluten, but prefers this gluten-free recipe!).
If you want to learn this recipe (believe me, you have to learn how to make it!), see below all the ingredients you need to get started!
But, if pies aren’t your thing (if that’s even possible!) take a look at these 9 gluten-free desserts everyone will love, they’re also easy to make and delicious!
My Husband’s Favorite Gluten-Free Pie Crust Recipe

I hope you’re ready to learn one of the easiest recipes of your life… We’ll be able to make this recipe with just 5 ingredients! Check them all out below and start preparing this pie crust right now.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (ensure it contains xanthan gum or add 1/2 teaspoon separately);
- 1/2 teaspoon salt;
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes;
- 1 large egg;
- 2-4 tablespoons ice water.
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour and salt.
Step 2 – Cut in
Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
Step 3 – Add Egg
In a small bowl, beat the egg and then add it to the flour-butter mixture. Mix until just combined
Step 4 – Add Water
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork after each addition. Add just enough water until the dough starts to come together and can be pressed into a ball. Be careful not to add too much water; the dough should not be sticky.
Step 5 – Form Dough Ball
Gather the dough into a ball and flatten it into a disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 6 – Roll Out Dough
Place the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to fit your pie pan. Carefully transfer the dough to the pie pan, pressing it into the bottom and sides. Remove the parchment paper.
Step 7 – Blind Bake (if needed)
If your recipe calls for a pre-baked crust (such as for a custard or cream pie), preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then remove the parchment paper and weights and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

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Gluten-Free Pie Crust
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour (ensure it contains xanthan gum or add ½ tsp separately)
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ cup Cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes
- 1 large Egg
- 2-4 tbsp Ice water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter
- In a small bowl, beat the egg and then add it to the flour-butter mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork after each addition. Add just enough water until the dough starts to come together and can be pressed into a ball. Be careful not to add too much water; the dough should not be sticky.
- Gather the dough into a ball and flatten it into a disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to fit your pie pan. Carefully transfer the dough to the pie pan, pressing it into the bottom and sides. Remove the parchment paper.
- If your recipe calls for a pre-baked crust (such as for a custard or cream pie), preheat your oven to 375F (190°C). Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then remove the parchment paper and weights and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Does one recipe make one crust or two crusts. Thank you
Hi Vicki!
Just 1 crust. 🙂
Have a great day!
Does this mean he crust with a top or one crust without a top? I’m making blueberry pie and I’m assuming this will cover the bottom and top?
Hi Marolee! Great question! This recipe makes enough for a single crust, so it will cover just the bottom of your pie. If you’re making a blueberry pie with a top crust, you’ll need to double the recipe. Enjoy your baking!
Can you make this pie crust ahead and freeze the unbaked dough. Also can you freeze it after blind baking?
Rajanne
Hi Rajanne! Yes, you can freeze the unbaked dough for up to 2 months. Just thaw overnight in the fridge before using. Blind-baked crusts can also be frozen; let them cool, wrap well, and reheat briefly before filling.
Could you use this as a top for a chicken pot pie?
Hi Cheryl! Yes, you can absolutely use this gluten-free pie crust as a top for chicken pot pie! Just roll it out and place it over your filling. Make sure to cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape while baking. It should work beautifully!
I’m not sure how old this post is, but I just found it. I have never made a piecrust from scratch in my life and I’m 53. But we have some gluten sensitivities in my home and I thought I would give it a try. I have been buying store-bought gluten-free piecrust. I cannot believe how simple and easy this recipe was and how incredibly delicious this piecrust tasted. I really didn’t expect it to taste good, but it was fantastic and I think I may have given up on store-bought pie crust forever.
Thank you for this recipe ! I tried two other recipes and they were a flop one came out chewy another came out like crackers before attempting to make those two I had never made my own pie crust before . I made this one and omg it came out delicious and flaky .
Your pie looks delicious
Do you have any suggestions as to what flours to use that don’t have white rice or potato starches? Due to health issues, I need to be gluten, sugar, and dairy free. Plus avoid any of the “5 whites” – white flour, sugar, potatoes, rice, and pasta.