{"id":3911,"date":"2025-03-01T02:35:56","date_gmt":"2025-03-01T02:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mealnstock.com\/en\/?p=3911"},"modified":"2025-03-03T21:26:36","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T21:26:36","slug":"homemade-vs-store-bought-pie-crust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.mealnstock.com\/en\/homemade-vs-store-bought-pie-crust\/","title":{"rendered":"Store-Bought vs. Homemade Pie Crust: Which One Should You Choose?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3911\" class=\"elementor elementor-3911\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b94bcff e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b94bcff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1907228 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1907228\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" 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Comparison<\/a>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc7bef1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bc7bef1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2383 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-44.jpg?resize=602%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"homemade pie crust vs store-bought crust\" width=\"602\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-44.jpg?w=602&amp;ssl=1 602w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-44.jpg?resize=226%2C300&amp;ssl=1 226w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/p><p>This post compares the pros and cons of buying a pie crust versus making it from scratch. We\u2019ll be using this <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mealnstock.com\/en\/easy-homemade-pie-crust-flaky\/\"><strong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"256\">homemade pie crust recipe<\/strong><\/a> for this homemade vs. store-bought pie crust review.<\/p><p data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"327\">If you are curious, achieving a <strong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"173\">flaky, crisp pie crust<\/strong> isn\u2019t just about following a recipe, it\u2019s about understanding the science behind it. And at the heart of it all, <strong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"304\">fat and gluten<\/strong> play a crucial role. Fat determines whether your crust will be <strong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"390\">tender or flaky<\/strong>, while gluten affects its structure. Too much gluten can make it tough and chewy, but without enough, the dough might fall apart before it even reaches the oven. And what about butter, shortening, or oil? Each fat behaves differently, impacting the final texture in its own way.<\/p><p data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"327\">If you\u2019re curious about how these ingredients come together to create the perfect pie crust, I\u2019ve got another post, another post that explains it all in detail. Plus, we\u2019ve included a <strong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"857\">hands-on experiment<\/strong> for little hands to explore the concept in a fun way. Don\u2019t miss it!\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"327\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.mealnstock.com\/en\/homemade-playdough-texture-experiment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">From Flaky Pastry to Homemade Playdough: Experiment with Texture<\/a><\/p><p>Before we begin our comparison of taste and cost, let\u2019s define our hypothesis: I\u2019ve always heard and read that bread and pastries are cheaper to make at home than to buy. In this case, <strong>I believe that homemade pie crust costs less than store-bought pie crust.<\/strong> But is it worth the time and effort to prepare it?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a1a559 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5a1a559\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27326ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"27326ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Cost Breakdown: Homemade vs. Store-Bought<\/strong><\/h3><p>As with all my posts, before we dive in, I want to offer a brief clarification. I\u2019m comparing this specific pie crust brand because it\u2019s what I found at my local Walmart. I don\u2019t have any association with the brand, nor am I suggesting that Walmart always has the best deals or promotions. I chose Walmart because it\u2019s a well-known international store, and I wanted to use a setting many can relate to. It\u2019s practical for this comparison but not necessarily the most economical option. For this reason, I\u2019ve created a calculator at the end of this post where you can input your local prices to find the most cost-effective option.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"What\u2019s the Cost of a Homemade Pie Crust? $3.49 for Two Crusts\" aria-label=\"Pie Chart\" id=\"datawrapper-chart-nwgk4\" src=\"https:\/\/datawrapper.dwcdn.net\/nwgk4\/2\/\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;\" height=\"498\" data-external=\"1\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">!function(){\"use strict\";window.addEventListener(\"message\",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data[\"datawrapper-height\"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll(\"iframe\");for(var t in a.data[\"datawrapper-height\"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data[\"datawrapper-height\"][t]+\"px\";r.style.height=d}}}))}();<\/script><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2405 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-43-2-e1735064280378.jpg?resize=450%2C598&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"homemade pie crust\" width=\"450\" height=\"598\" \/><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f619ee8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f619ee8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>What Ingredients Are in Store-Bought vs. Homemade Pie Crusts?<\/strong><\/h3><p>Store-bought pie crusts, such as <strong>Tenderflake<\/strong>, may contain additives or ingredients that classify them as <strong>ultra-processed<\/strong> products. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/world.openfoodfacts.org\/product\/0063100199418\/deep-pie-shells#panel_nova\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OpenFoodFacts<\/a>,, this specific brand includes <strong>whey and lecithins (stabilizers). <\/strong>While there are no safety concerns regarding lecithins as an additive, their presence is a marker of <strong data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"659\">industrial processing<\/strong>, earning the product a <strong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"708\">NOVA 4 classification<\/strong>. Additionally, its <strong data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"771\">nutritional quality is categorized as D<\/strong>, indicating <strong data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"809\">low nutritional value<\/strong>.<\/p><p>In contrast, homemade pie crust (while <strong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"899\">similar in calories, fat, and carbohydrates <\/strong>to be honest) offers a <strong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"934\">significant advantage:<\/strong>\u00a0it avoids <strong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"977\">ultra-processed ingredients<\/strong> and allows <strong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1033\">complete control over ingredient quality<\/strong>. You can <strong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1057\">skip sugar<\/strong> for a sugar-free crust, <strong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1107\">choose the fat source<\/strong>, and avoid additives.\u00a0<\/p><p>Many store-bought pie crusts contain <strong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1509\">hydrogenated vegetable oils<\/strong>, a common source of <strong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1555\">industrial trans fats<\/strong>, which have been widely linked to an <strong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1687\">increased risk of coronary heart disease, metabolic dysfunction, and systemic inflammation<\/strong>. A study published in <em data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1740\">Nature Reviews Endocrinology<\/em> highlights that even a <strong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1886\">small intake of trans fats (2% of total energy intake) is associated with a significant increase in heart disease risk<\/strong>. These fats negatively affect <strong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2000\">cholesterol levels, increase visceral adiposity, and disrupt glucose metabolism<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/nrendo.2009.79\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">(Micha &amp; Mozaffarian, 2009)<\/a>.<\/p><p data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1857\">Homemade versions, on the other hand, allow for <strong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1383\">healthier fat choices<\/strong> such as <strong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1461\">butter, <\/strong>which naturally contains <strong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1461\">fat-soluble <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/health-benefits-butter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">vitamins A, D, and K<\/a><\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1559\">high-quality lard, which gives a flaky texture without the need for industrial processing<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re looking for a better option, consider checking your local bakery for a healthier alternative.\u00a0In Qu\u00e9bec, for example, local bakeries like <strong data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1741\">Premi\u00e8re Moisson<\/strong> provide higher-quality pie crusts without the additives and processed fats.\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"2193\">Ultimately, while both homemade and store-bought pie crusts share a <strong data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1960\">similar nutritional breakdown<\/strong>, the <strong data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2014\">quality of ingredients can make a difference<\/strong>. For those who don\u2019t have time to make pie crust from scratch, looking for <strong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2154\">brands that prioritize high-quality fats and fewer additives<\/strong> can be a great middle-ground choice.<\/p><h3><strong>The Taste Test<\/strong><\/h3><p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2370 size-full\" title=\"Taste testing: homemade applesauce vs store-bought\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-28.jpg?resize=602%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"602\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-28.jpg?w=602&amp;ssl=1 602w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-28.jpg?resize=226%2C300&amp;ssl=1 226w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/p><p>This time, my daughter helped me compare the taste and texture between the two pie crusts. I\u2019ve always made pie crusts at home, but I\u2019d never achieved a truly flaky texture. I tried using vegetable shortening because butter had previously resulted in crusts that were too hard. Finally, I followed all the recommended steps and achieved an incredibly flaky texture this time.<\/p><p>And I must say, it was perfect! I couldn\u2019t stop eating it. However, my daughter preferred the store-bought pie crust, which is crumblier and has a cookie-like texture. But in my opinion,<strong> the flavor that buttery flakiness brings is unbeatable.<\/strong><\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2371 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-32.jpg?resize=450%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-32.jpg?w=450&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-32.jpg?resize=169%2C300&amp;ssl=1 169w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p><h3><strong>Conclusion: Should You Buy or Make It?<\/strong><\/h3><p><iframe title=\"Store-Bought vs. Homemade Pie Crust Cost Comparison\" aria-label=\"Column Chart\" id=\"datawrapper-chart-HU6tt\" src=\"https:\/\/datawrapper.dwcdn.net\/HU6tt\/1\/\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"width: 0; min-width: 100% !important; border: none;\" height=\"496\" data-external=\"1\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">!function(){\"use strict\";window.addEventListener(\"message\",(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data[\"datawrapper-height\"]){var e=document.querySelectorAll(\"iframe\");for(var t in a.data[\"datawrapper-height\"])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data[\"datawrapper-height\"][t]+\"px\";r.style.height=d}}}))}();<\/script><\/p><h3><strong>Final Result<\/strong><\/h3><p>The homemade pie crust costs less than the store-bought crust. In this case, the hypothesis is correct: <strong>homemade pie crust is cheaper than well-known brands<\/strong> like <strong>Tenderflake<\/strong> and <strong>Pillsbury<\/strong> and <strong>even more affordable than the budget-friendly store brand, Great Value. <\/strong>Homemade pie crust is approximately <strong>13.71% cheaper<\/strong> than the well-known brands and <strong>12.57% cheaper<\/strong> than the store\u2019s budget-friendly brand.<\/p><p>Although <strong>homemade pie crus<\/strong>t is more economical and of better quality, it takes time: about <strong>10 minutes of preparation<\/strong> and <strong>30 minutes of resting<\/strong> before it&#8217;s ready to bake. It&#8217;s up to you to decide if the savings are worth the time investment!<\/p><h3><strong>Why Is Homemade Pie Crust a Better Option?<\/strong><\/h3><p>If you\u2019re looking for the most economical option, <strong>homemade pie crust is the clear winner, <\/strong>and beyond the savings, it also offers better quality of ingredients.\u00a0 Making it from scratch allows you to <strong>avoid ultra-processed products<\/strong>, have full control over the ingredients, and customize it to your taste and dietary preferences. Plus, if you find <strong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1104\">butter or lard on sale<\/strong>, the savings can be even greater!<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2332 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-13.jpg?resize=602%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"602\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-13.jpg?w=602&amp;ssl=1 602w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/crust_pie_post-13.jpg?resize=226%2C300&amp;ssl=1 226w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/p><p>Making homemade pie crusts isn\u2019t something that turns out perfectly the first time, but it\u2019s a skill worth mastering. Not only are they delicious and versatile, but they\u2019re also a way to connect with ingredients and enjoy the baking process. With time and practice, you\u2019ll achieve <strong>perfectly flaky results!<\/strong><\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3804 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/lentejas_soup_op-22.jpg?resize=450%2C800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/lentejas_soup_op-22.jpg?w=450&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.mealnstock.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/lentejas_soup_op-22.jpg?resize=169%2C300&amp;ssl=1 169w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p><h3><strong>How to Use the Cost Calculator<\/strong><\/h3><ol><li><strong>Enter Your Ingredients:<\/strong> Input the quantity and price of each ingredient you\u2019re using. Did you buy a large bag of flour? Enter the amount and price. Need butter or a bit of salt? Add those as well. Note: Ingredient prices can be zero, but quantities are required for the calculations.<\/li><li><strong>Select Your Units:<\/strong> No more mental math! The calculator is flexible. 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