They’re the easiest to use and the best-tasting.
Greg Dupree
I love buttery, flaky homemade pie crusts; who doesn’t?
But things can get stressful for cooks and bakers, especially around Thanksgiving.
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To help you pick the best option, we tested a bunch of nationally available crusts.
Two favorites came out on top.
Since they’re already in a pie dish, this is the easiest option by far.
Courtesy of Wholly Wholesome
There’s no rolling or crimping required.
Just fill and bake!
Also: That pretty crimping totally holds up in the oven.
Courtesy of Trader Joe’s
Find them in the freezer section at Whole Foods Market and other natural-food stores.
These buttery, tender crusts look and taste close to homemade.
Roll one out and use it to line your favorite pie plate.
The second crust can be cut into strips for a lattice.
Or, make agaletteand bake the crust directly on a baking sheet.
see to it these pie crusts are at room temperature before unrolling them.
If yours still break apart, just smoosh the dough together with your hands or a rolling pin.
You’ll never know the difference after it bakes.
