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Graham Cracker Crust

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πŸͺ Easy Graham Cracker Crust Recipe offers a quick and versatile base for your favorite desserts with a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch.
⏳ This simple preparation saves time and works perfectly for both baked and no-bake desserts, making it a must-have staple for dessert lovers.

  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie crust

Ingredients

– 1 Β½ cups (170 g) Graham cracker crumbs Provides the base structure and flavor

– 2 tablespoons Sugar Enhances sweetness

– 1 tablespoon packed Brown sugar Adds depth and helps binding

– 7 tablespoons (100 g) Melted butter Binds the mixture for a firm crust

Instructions

1-Crush the graham crackers finely using a food processor or place them in a ziplock bag and crush with a rolling pin.

2-In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with the white and brown sugars.

3-Add the melted butter and combine with a fork until the crumbs are fully moistened.

4-Transfer the mixture into a pie plate or springform pan.

5-Use the bottom of a measuring cup or glass to firmly press the crumbs into the bottom and sides of the pan, creating an even edge.

6-For baked crusts, bake at 350Β°F (175Β°C) for 10-13 minutes, then cool before filling.

7-For no-bake recipes, refrigerate or freeze for 10-20 minutes before adding the filling.

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Notes

🍫 Mixing white and brown sugar adds depth of flavor to the crust.
🧈 Press crumbs firmly, especially while butter is warm, to avoid crumbly crusts.
πŸͺ Use a flat-bottomed measuring cup or glass for a smooth, even crust surface.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Baking or chilling time: 10-20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking, chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Standard

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 170 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 80 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg