Graham Cracker Crust Low Fat Low Sugar
Craft the perfect foundation for your guilt-free desserts with this easy and wholesome Graham Cracker Crust that’s low in fat and sugar! Made with just six simple ingredients, including graham cracker crumbs, unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of stevia, this recipe swaps out traditional high-fat and sugary binders for lighter, healthier alternatives. A hint of cinnamon adds warmth and depth, while a bit of coconut oil ensures the crust holds together beautifully without compromising on flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 8-minute bake, this golden, lightly crisp crust is a versatile base for pies, cheesecakes, and more. Whether you’re focused on reducing calories or refining your sugar intake, this low-fat, low-sugar graham cracker crust is a delicious and smart choice for your next dessert creation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil, melted
- 1 tablespoon Powdered stevia or granular stevia (sweetener)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch pie dish by lightly greasing it with coconut oil or non-stick spray.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sweetener (stevia), ground cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir until well mixed.
Add the melted coconut oil and unsweetened applesauce to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly moistened and the texture resembles wet sand.
Pour the crumb mixture into the prepared pie dish. Press it evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the dish using the back of a spoon or the bottom of a flat measuring cup.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, or until it is lightly golden and set.
Remove the crust from the oven and allow it to cool completely before adding your desired pie or cheesecake filling.
If the crust is not used immediately, it can be stored in the fridge, covered, for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1030 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.3 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1221 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.6 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 309 mg | 7% | |
*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.
