Graham Cracker Crust Extraordinaire
Elevate your dessert game with the flawless "Graham Cracker Crust Extraordinaire"—an essential recipe for any baking enthusiast. This quick and easy homemade crust combines buttery graham cracker crumbs with a hint of sweetness and optional cinnamon for added warmth, making it the perfect foundation for pies, cheesecakes, and tarts. With only 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile crust can be baked to golden perfection for extra flavor or chilled for no-bake desserts. Its perfectly crisp texture and rich taste are guaranteed to take your dessert creations to the next level. Whether you're crafting a classic key lime pie or experimenting with no-bake indulgences, this graham cracker crust delivers every time. Perfect for beginners and pros alike, this recipe is a must-have in your dessert repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt.
Gradually pour the melted butter over the dry ingredients while stirring with a fork to ensure even distribution. The mixture should resemble damp sand and hold its shape when pressed together.
Transfer the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup to firmly press the crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of the pan, creating an even crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and becomes fragrant. Keep an eye on it to avoid overbaking.
Allow the crust to cool completely on a wire rack before filling it with your desired pie or cheesecake filling.
Optional: For no-bake desserts, skip the baking step and refrigerate the crust for at least 1 hour to ensure it sets properly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1816 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.0 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.3 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 258 mg | 86% | |
| Sodium | 1228 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.1 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 298 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.
