How To Crimp Pie Crust Edge
Cover the top of your pie with pastry.
How to crimp pie crust edge. Heres how to flute a pie crust. For a really simple neat finish press the prongs of a fork all the way around the rim of the pie dish. For a nine-inch pie plate aim for a 13-inch round about 18 inch thick.
For a classic crimp use one finger to push the pastry down towards the outside of. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy Safety How YouTube works Test new features. Place an index finger against the inside edge of the pastry.
Fold the piece evenly in quarters. A crimped edge adds a nice visual element to any pie. Holding the spoon upside down press the serrations into the edges.
Using scissors or kitchen shears cut the edge of the pie crust from edge to the middle just about a half-inch in or to the inside edge of your pie plate. Then repeat with the. Fit it over the pie crust to protect the edge.
Pick up the pie in one hand and use a small sharp knife in the other to trim away excess pastry. For a larger crimp use your thumb instead of the index finger of your dominant hand. Index Fingers and Thumb Method Use both index fingers and your thumb for this pie-crimp version.
When that happens please check out our guide to. Once youve mastered this essential technique youll be ready to move on to more fancy designs for your crust. These video tips will show you how to crimp your pie crust.