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How To Lattice a Pie

How To Lattice a Pie

The ultimate comfort food, How To Lattice a Pie showcases a beautiful woven crust that elevates any pie filling. This easy weeknight dessert impresses and delights, making it a must-try for your next gathering!
Prep Time 40 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 1 pie
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Double Pie Crust homemade or store-bought
  • 1 Egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water or milk, for the egg wash

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Using half of your double pie crust dough, roll it out into a 12 or 13 inch circle.
  2. With a pizza cutter or pastry wheel, cut the circle into ½ to 1 inch strips.
  3. Lay half of your strips over your pie filling, spaced out evenly with about ½ inch of space in between them.
  4. Lay another strip in the center of the pie, perpendicular to the others.
  5. Continue with the other unused strips to weave the rest of the lattice pie until the pie is covered.
  6. Trim off any excess dough at the edges of the pie.
  7. Fold the bottom pie dough up over the lattice strips and crimp the edges of the dough.
  8. Chill the pie in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour before baking.
  9. When ready to bake, brush the top of the pie with egg wash and then bake as directed in your recipe.

Notes

  • Keep Your Dough Cold: Cold pie dough is your friend when making this design.
  • Take Breaks if Needed: If your dough becomes difficult to manage, refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes.
  • Chill After Weaving: Chilling the pie after weaving helps return the dough to a cold temperature.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: The quality of your pie crust and filling can significantly impact your pie's final flavor and texture.