Cocoa Graham Cracker Crust
Elevate your dessert game with this rich and flavorful Cocoa Graham Cracker Crust! Combining the classic crunch of graham cracker crumbs with the deep, indulgent essence of unsweetened cocoa powder, this easy-to-make crust is the perfect foundation for pies, tarts, and cheesecakes. A touch of sugar and a pinch of salt balance the flavors, while melted butter binds it all together for the ideal texture. Whether baked to release its aromatic cocoa notes or chilled for a no-bake twist, this crust is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a versatile and irresistible choice for chocolate lovers. Perfect for creamy fillings and decadent layers, this crust will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly with a fork until the mixture resembles damp sand and clumps together when pressed.
Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie pan or tart dish. Using the back of a spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup, firmly press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the pan to form an even crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until it is fragrant and slightly firm to touch. Keep an eye on it to avoid overbaking.
Remove the crust from the oven and allow it to cool completely before filling with your desired pie or cheesecake mixture.
Optional: For no-bake recipes, skip the baking step and refrigerate the crust for at least 30 minutes to set before filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.5 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.0 g | 265% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1226 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.4 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1193 mg | 25% | |
*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.
