Homemade Graham Cracker Crust
No-bake graham cracker crust is a quick, easy base made from crushed crackers, butter, and sugar. Perfect for pies and desserts, no oven needed!
Servings 1 9" Pie Crust
Equipment
- Pie Pan
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cup Crushed Graham Crackers
- 2 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup Melted Butter
Instructions
- Add graham crackers and brown sugar to a food processor and pulse until the crackers are finely ground into crumbs.2 1/2 cup Crushed Graham Crackers, 2 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
- Slowly pour the melted butter into the food processor while pulsing the graham cracker mixture. Continue pulsing until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed between your fingers.1/2 cup Melted Butter
- Transfer the graham cracker mixture to a 9-inch pie dish or a springform pan. Using your fingers or the bottom of a glass or measuring cup, press the mixture firmly and evenly onto the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
- Transfer the pie pan to the fridge and chill for 30 minutes. Put the pie in the freezer for 15 minutes to shorten the chill time. This will help the crust set.
Notes
- If possible, use a food processor to achieve finely ground graham cracker crumbs. If you don't have one, a sealed plastic bag and a rolling pin will do the trick to crush the crackers evenly.
- Firmly pack the crumbs into your pie pan, focusing on an even distribution. This ensures your crust won’t crumble when you slice your dessert, especially around the edges and corners.
- After pressing the crumbs into your pan, chill the crust in the refrigerator for at least thirty minutes before filling. This step is crucial as it helps solidify the butter, keeping the crust firm and making it easier to slice cleanly once filled and completed.
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