Cinnamon Graham Crust
Elevate your homemade desserts with this irresistible Cinnamon Graham Crust, a buttery, spiced twist on the classic graham cracker base. Crafted with a perfect blend of graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and a generous pinch of ground cinnamon, this crust promises a warm, aromatic backdrop for your favorite pies, cheesecakes, and no-bake treats. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the flexibility to bake or chill, this fail-proof crust is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you’re layering it with silky custards or fresh fruit fillings, the subtle cinnamon flavor adds a cozy, unexpected depth to every bite. Perfect for seasonal and year-round desserts alike, this go-to recipe will quickly become a staple in your baking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to ensure the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
Transfer the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish or tart pan. Use the back of a measuring cup or your hands to firmly press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the dish, creating an even layer.
Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the crust is fragrant.
Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely before filling with your desired topping or pie filling.
For no-bake desserts, the crust can be chilled in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set instead of baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.2 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.2 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1226 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.2 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 299 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
