
A truly flaky, tender pie crust has always felt like the holy grail of gluten-free baking, and this one genuinely delivers. The combination of white rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch creates a balanced base that mimics the texture of a traditional crust without any wheat — and crucially, without any seeds hiding in the mix. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a cold egg work together to keep the dough pliable and cohesive, while chilled butter cut into coarse crumbs gives you those irresistible flaky layers in every bite. Rolling the dough between two sheets of parchment is a smart move that makes the whole process far less stressful, since gluten-free dough is more delicate and this method keeps it from sticking or tearing. The instructions walk you through both a blind-baked shell and an unbaked version, so this crust is genuinely versatile — ready for custard pies, fruit fillings, or savory quiches alike. If you've been burned by store-bought gluten-free crusts that taste like cardboard or crumble the moment you slice them, this homemade version is the upgrade your pie deserves.
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Whisk together the white rice flour, tapioca starch, potato starch, xanthan gum, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
Add the chilled butter cubes to the flour mixture and cut them in with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining — do not work the butter in completely.
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