Perfectly Flaky Tart and Pie Dough

1. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups of flour with the ½ teaspoon of salt.

2. Incorporate Butter

Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, mix the cold butter cubes into the flour mixture. Aim for some of the butter to remain in large, irregular pieces throughout the mixture.

3. Add Ice-Cold Water

Gradually add the ½ cup of ice-cold water to the butter and flour mixture, using a fork to lightly mix until the dough begins to come together.

4. Divide and Rest Dough

Divide the dough into two equal portions, shape each into a ball, and wrap each dough ball tightly in plastic wrap. Place them in the refrigerator to rest for at least 1 hour.