Ingredient

Crust: The Maine Pie Co

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Role in food
Manufacturers add crusts to provide structure, texture, and flavor to baked products. They serve …

What it is

A crust is the outer layer of baked goods such as pies, tarts, or quiches. It is typically made by combining flour, a type of fat (like butter, shortening, or oil), water, and salt. These ingredients are mixed, rolled out, and then baked, often with a filling.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add crusts to provide structure, texture, and flavor to baked products. They serve as a container for various fillings, creating items like fruit pies, savory quiches, or pot pies. Crusts contribute to the overall eating experience, offering a flaky, crisp, or tender base.

Health notes

A crust is a prepared food item, not a single additive, so it does not have a specific regulatory status like GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) or an ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake). Its individual components, such as flour, fats, and salt, are generally recognized as safe or approved food substances. The nutritional impact of a crust depends on its specific ingredients and preparation. Crusts can contribute to daily intake of calories, fats, and carbohydrates. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend keeping saturated fat intake under 10% of daily calories, and for added sugars, they recommend no specific amount, with a suggestion of at most 10 grams per meal.

Allergen info

Crusts typically contain wheat, which is a major allergen and a source of gluten. If made with butter, they would also contain milk, another major allergen. Some recipes may include eggs, which are also a major allergen.

Products containing Crust: The Maine Pie Co

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Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC The Maine Pie Co., Rhubarb Pie, Strawberry, Strawberry Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 208kcal 1.8Protein 8.3Fat 31.6Carbs Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC The Maine Pie Co., Pie, Threeberry, Threeberry Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 208kcal 1.9Protein 9.7Fat 29.9Carbs Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC Pie, Peach Raspberry Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 209kcal 1.8Protein 9.2Fat 31.3Carbs Maine Wild Pie, Blueberry Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC Maine Wild Pie, Blueberry Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 219kcal 2.0Protein 10.3Fat 30.8Carbs The Maine Pie Co., Apple Crumb Pie Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC The Maine Pie Co., Apple Crumb Pie Frozen Bread & Dough High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 226kcal 1.8Protein 8.9Fat 36.9Carbs The Maine Pie Co., Lemon Curd Tart Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC The Maine Pie Co., Lemon Curd Tart Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 52% DV per serving 406kcal 4.7Protein 26.4Fat 39.6Carbs Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC Dark Chocolate Tart Chocolate High in saturated fat — 80% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 396kcal 5.2Protein 28.1Fat 37.5Carbs Pecan Pie Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC Pecan Pie Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 375kcal 2.5Protein 16.7Fat 55Carbs Pumpkin Pie Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC Pumpkin Pie Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 239kcal 5.1Protein 11.1Fat 31.6Carbs The Maine Pie Co., Apple Pie Kennebunkport Pie CompanyLLC The Maine Pie Co., Apple Pie Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 214kcal 1.8Protein 8.9Fat 33.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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