Down in Louisiana, this dough is used to make what we call "Cajun sweet dough". The traditional filling is fig and it is made into turnovers, but it can also be used as pie crust, although it is not as flaky. It is supreme as turnover dough, for any kind of filling. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
This Easy Low Carb Pie Crust works for both and for sweet or savory recipes. Mix the ingredients in a food processor until the dough comes together. Roll out or press into a pie plate. For a pre-baked crust bake for 12-14 minutes at 350 degrees until golden brown. Cool completely. Or fill as desired and bake with the filling.
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Low carb pie crusts are the perfect gluten-free accompaniment to any low carb pie filling.* Low carb cream pies often start with an old fashioned pudding and are then mixed with whipped cream to produce a light and creamy filling. Sometimes the fillings are made by folding whipped cream into whipped cream cheese or yogurt.