Sweet Pie Crusts
Sweet pie crusts are a foundational pastry used for desserts like fruit pies, custard tarts, and cream pies. They are typically made from flour, butter or shortening, sugar, and a small amount of liquid, with some recipes incorporating egg yolks for richness. This style of crust is a staple in Western baking, particularly in American and European dessert traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Sweet pie crust is primarily a source of carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein. A single crust provides a significant amount of energy, with a typical serving containing around 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.8 mg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Selenium | 8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 35 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Copper | 0.05 mg |
Per 1 crust (about 1/8 of a 9-inch pie, 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Unlike a savory pie crust, the addition of sugar in a sweet crust helps create a tender, slightly crumbly texture and promotes browning during baking. Nutritionally, it serves as a high-energy base, but its nutritional profile is largely defined by the fillings it holds.
