This dough comes together quickly in the food processor. Make at least a few hours ahead of assembling the hand pies, or freeze the dough for later. Modified from Bake from Scratch Magazine July/August 2021.
Author: Beth Cato
Equipment
food processor
food scale
plastic wrap
Ingredients
2 3/4cupsall-purpose flour
1teaspoonkosher salt
1cup plus 1 Tb unsalted butter
1/2cupice water
2teaspoonsapple cider vinegar
Instructions
Place the flour and salt in the bowl of the food processor. Pulse to combine. Cut the butter into cubes and add, pulsing until the pieces are pea-sized.
In a liquid measured cup, combine the ice water and vinegar. With the processor running, pour in the liquid until the dough comes together. It will look crumbly but should come together if squeezed between fingers.
Turn out the dough and divide it in half. Wrap tightly in plastic and chill for at least 2 hours. Store in fridge for a few days or freeze for later.