# Components:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges.
03 - Whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt in a small bowl.
04 - Evenly sprinkle the dry mixture into the pie crust.
05 - Slowly pour the water over the dry ingredients in the crust, ensuring all flour and sugar are moistened without stirring.
06 - Dot the surface with butter pieces and drizzle the vanilla extract on top.
07 - Bake for 30 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
08 - Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake an additional 20 minutes until the filling sets around edges but remains slightly jiggly in center.
09 - Remove from oven, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
