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10 Minute Graham Cracker Pie Crust

10 Minute Graham Cracker Pie Crust


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  • Author: Kristi Kaiser
  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 1 pie 1x

Description

This simple 4 ingredient graham cracker pie crust is fast and easy to make – and is the perfect shell for your cheesecake or pie.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (crushed and finely ground)
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 6 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup of white sugar, melted butter, and ground cinnamon. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture appears crumbly.
  3. Press the Mixture: Transfer the crumb mixture to an 8 or 9-inch pie plate. Using the back of a spoon or the base of a measuring cup, press the mixture evenly along the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate. Ensure the crust is compacted well to hold its shape.
  4. Bake: Place the pie plate in the preheated oven and bake for 6-7 minutes. The crust should be lightly golden when done.
  5. Cool: After baking, remove the crust from the oven and allow it to cool completely before filling.

Notes

  1. Graham Cracker Amount: If starting with whole graham crackers, you’ll need approximately 10-12 crackers to make 1 and ½ cups of crumbs.
  2. Variations: For a different flavor, you can try using chocolate or cinnamon graham crackers.
  3. Alternative Baking: If you’re making a no-bake pie that requires a chilled crust, you can refrigerate the crust for an hour or until firm, instead of baking.
  4. Texture: Ensure the crumbs are finely ground to help the crust hold together better.
  5. Butter: The butter acts as a binder. If your crust feels too crumbly and isn’t holding together, you might need a touch more melted butter.
  6. Storing: If you’re not using the crust immediately, you can wrap it in plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
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