# What You Need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
→ Filling
02 - 1 1/2 cups water
03 - 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces (plant-based butter optional)
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F.
02 - Place unbaked 9-inch pie crust into pie plate and crimp edges.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
04 - Evenly sprinkle dry ingredient blend into pie crust.
05 - Slowly pour water over dry ingredients in crust, moistening all flour and sugar without stirring.
06 - Dot surface with butter pieces and drizzle vanilla extract evenly on top.
07 - Bake for 30 minutes at 400°F.
08 - Lower oven to 375°F and bake for additional 20 minutes until edges set and center jiggles slightly.
09 - Remove from oven, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before slicing.
