Description
A simple and delicious Graham Cracker Pie Crust recipe perfect for any no-bake or baked pie. Made with finely crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter, it creates a buttery, crunchy base that complements a variety of pie fillings.
Ingredients
Pie Crust Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
Instructions
- Crush the graham crackers: Process graham crackers in a food processor until finely crushed. Alternatively, place them in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin until you have fine crumbs.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar together using a fork to evenly combine.
- Add melted butter: Pour the melted salted butter over the crumb mixture and stir thoroughly until all the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press into pie dish: Transfer the crumb mixture to a 9-inch pie dish. Firmly press the crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of the dish using the bottom of a measuring cup or glass to create an even crust.
- Bake the crust (optional): Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake the crust for 10 minutes, or until it is lightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely before adding your pie filling.
- No-bake option: If you prefer not to bake, refrigerate the crust for 1–2 hours or freeze it for 30 minutes before filling to help it set firmly.
Notes
- You can substitute unsalted butter if desired, but add a pinch of salt to compensate.
- The crust can be used for cheesecakes, cream pies, or any no-bake desserts.
- Make sure to cool the baked crust completely to prevent sogginess when adding filling.
- For a finer crumb texture, pulse the graham crackers multiple times in the food processor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
