Learn the secrets to making beautiful pie crusts.

How to Crimp Pie Crust

Use a fork to crimp the edge and achieve even lines.

Be sure not to press too hard on the crust or else you risk tearing through the dough.

hands using a fork to crimp the edge of a pie crust

Jennifer Causey

A crimped edge adds a nice visual element to any pie.

Try recipes likeCurry Chicken PotpieorChocolate Chess Pie, which feature a crimped pie crust.

Either method will achieve a stunning crust.

two hands to pinching (“flute”) the edge of a pie crust

Jennifer Causey

Try recipes like Peach-Raspberry Pie orPurple Sweet Potato Pie, which feature a fluted pie crust.