Best 6 Graham Cracker Crust Extraordinaire Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our extraordinary graham cracker crust recipes! These delectable crusts serve as the perfect foundation for a variety of pies, cheesecakes, and tarts, elevating your desserts to new heights. From the classic graham cracker crust, beloved for its simplicity and versatility, to the chocolate graham cracker crust, adding a rich and indulgent twist, and the gluten-free graham cracker crust, catering to dietary restrictions without compromising on taste - we have a crust for every occasion.

Explore the wonders of our cinnamon graham cracker crust, infusing warmth and spice into your creations, or embark on a nutty adventure with our pecan graham cracker crust. For a touch of elegance, try our salted caramel graham cracker crust, balancing sweetness with a hint of savory. And if you're looking for a truly unique experience, our Oreo graham cracker crust combines the classic flavors of chocolate and graham crackers in a delightful symphony of textures.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that every bite is a moment of pure bliss. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes will guide you towards graham cracker crust perfection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this delicious adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOMEMADE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Instead of purchasing a crust, make this graham cracker crust recipe with just three everyday ingredients. -Janaan Cunningham

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 1 pie crust (9 inches).

Number Of Ingredients 3

1-1/2 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs (24 squares)
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the crumbs and sugar; add butter and blend well. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate., Refrigerate for 30 minutes before filling, or bake at 375° until crust is lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack before filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST II



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This graham cracker crust is not as sweet as most others. It's simple and delicious, and can be used for almost any kind of pie. Best with pumpkin or chocolate!

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Time 14m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 2

16 graham cracker squares, crushed
¼ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs and melted margarine. Place mixture in a 9 inch pie pan and press firmly into bottom and sides of pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 125.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Use this graham cracker crust recipe to make our Summer Fruit Cream Pie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-inch crust

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 1/2 ounces graham crackers (12 crackers), finely ground (1 1/2 cups)
2 1/2 ounces (5 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pulse graham cracker crumbs, butter, sugar, and salt in a food processor until combined.
  • Firmly press crumb mixture into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake until crust is fragrant and edges are golden, 12 to 14 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST I



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This goes great with many pies.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Time 17m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ cups finely ground graham cracker crumbs
⅓ cup white sugar
6 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter or margarine, and cinnamon until well blended . Press mixture into an 8 or 9 inch pie plate.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 7 minutes. Cool. If recipe calls for unbaked pie shell, just chill for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST EXTRAORDINAIRE



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I needed a graham cracker crust so I started with the recipe on the back of the Nabisco Graham Cracker crumbs box & did some embellishing. I also cut the sugar in half. Baking for just 5 minutes 'sets' the crust and when I baked the pie, it did not burn/overcook. The results were OOH LA LA.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 1 crust, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 orange, zest of, finely grated
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup granulated sugar
5 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Combine 1st 3 ingredients. Add melted butter & mix very well.
  • Put in pie pan or bottom of springform pan & bake for 5 minutes.
  • Use in your favorite recipe calling for a graham cracker crust.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.8, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 138.7, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 11.2, Protein 1.2

GRAHAM CRACKER-OATMEAL CRUST



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Oats stirred into graham cracker crumbs make this crust extra chewy... goes very well with most any fruit pie! from Icebox Pies cookbook

Provided by skat5762

Categories     Dessert

Time 17m

Yield 1 pie crust

Number Of Ingredients 6

11 whole graham crackers (yield approx. 1 1/3 cups crumbs)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup old fashioned oats
3 tablespoons firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Process crackers in food processor until finely ground.
  • You can also place crackers in plastic bag and grind down using rolling pin.
  • Combine crumbs, butter, oats, brown sugar, vanilla and salt, stirring until crumbs are moistened.
  • Press mixture evenly across 9-inch pie plate.
  • Bake crust until crisp, about 7 minutes.
  • Let cool completely before filling.
  • Crust may also be wrapped tightly in plastic and frozen up to one month.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality graham cracker crumbs. Fresh, finely ground crumbs will produce the best crust.
  • Don't overmix the crust mixture. Overmixing will make the crust tough.
  • Press the crust mixture firmly into the pan. This will help to prevent the crust from cracking.
  • Chill the crust before filling it. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • Bake the crust according to the recipe instructions. Overbaking will make the crust dry and crumbly.

Conclusion:

With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, the graham cracker crust is a versatile and delicious option for a variety of desserts. Whether you're making a classic cheesecake, a refreshing key lime pie, or a decadent chocolate mousse, a well-made graham cracker crust will provide a sturdy and flavorful foundation. So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious crust recipe, give this graham cracker crust extraordinaire a try. You won't be disappointed!

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