Low Fat Graham Crust
Transform your desserts with this easy and delicious Low Fat Graham Crust, a lighter alternative to traditional pie crusts that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Made with just four simple ingredients—graham cracker crumbs, a touch of granulated sugar, and unsweetened applesauce for a moist, low-fat binder—it’s the perfect base for all your favorite pies, cheesecakes, or no-bake desserts. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep and 8 minutes of baking, this healthier crust option is quick to make and ideal for guilt-free indulgence. Whether baked to a golden perfection or chilled for a softer texture, it’s a versatile choice that complements any dessert filling without overpowering it. Try this low-fat pie crust today and enjoy all the flavor with none of the excess!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
- 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Mix well to evenly distribute the sugar.
Add the unsweetened applesauce to the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture is evenly moistened and clumps together when pressed.
Lightly coat a 9-inch pie dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie dish, using the back of a spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup to pack it firmly into place.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, or until lightly golden and set.
Remove the crust from the oven and allow it to cool completely before adding your desired filling.
For no-bake recipes, the crust can be chilled after assembly instead of baked for a slightly softer texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1081 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.6 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 303 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.
