Vanilla Wafer Pie Crust
Transform your desserts with this buttery, golden Vanilla Wafer Pie Crust, an easy and flavorful homemade alternative to traditional crusts. Made with crushed vanilla wafer cookies, a touch of granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter, this quick crust comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in 8 minutes. Its subtly sweet, crumbly texture makes it the ideal base for a variety of pies, from creamy no-bake cheesecakes to rich chocolate mousse creations. The recipe delivers a sturdy yet tender crust that holds its shape beautifully and enhances any filling with its delicate vanilla essence. Perfect for beginner and experienced bakers alike, this versatile crust adds a delightful homemade touch to your desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Vanilla wafer cookies
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 85 grams Unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. You should have about 1 ¾ cups of crumbs.
Transfer the cookie crumbs to a large mixing bowl.
Add the granulated sugar to the crumbs and mix until evenly combined.
Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop.
Pour the melted butter over the cookie crumb mixture and stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie pan. Press the crumbs evenly along the bottom and up the sides of the pan using the flat bottom of a glass or a measuring cup to compact it firmly.
Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for 8 minutes. This will help set the crust and enhance its flavor.
Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely before filling it with your desired pie filling.
If using for a no-bake dessert, ensure the crust is completely cool and firm before adding the filling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 722 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 112 mg | 2% | |
*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.
