Calling all cheese lovers! Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with the irresistible Salty Cracker Pie. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a crispy cracker crust, a creamy and tangy cheese filling, and a savory topping that will tantalize your taste buds.
In this ultimate guide to Salty Cracker Pie, we'll take you through two extraordinary variations: the classic recipe and a unique Mexican-inspired version. Both recipes are beginner-friendly and require minimal effort, making them perfect for home cooks of all levels. Whether you're craving a traditional comfort food or a spicy fiesta in your mouth, these recipes have got you covered.
Our classic Salty Cracker Pie stays true to its roots, featuring a buttery Ritz cracker crust, a creamy filling made from a blend of sharp cheddar and cream cheese, and a golden brown cracker topping. Each bite is a perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and a touch of saltiness.
For those who love a bit of spice, our Mexican-inspired Salty Cracker Pie is a must-try. This recipe incorporates a flavorful combination of Mexican spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika, into the cheese filling. Top it off with a zesty pico de gallo and shredded Mexican cheese blend for an explosion of flavors that will transport you to a Mexican fiesta.
CRACKER PIE
This delicious Cracker Pie is a simple pie with simple ingredients and it's easily altered to suit whatever you have on hand.
Provided by The SouthernPlate Staff
Categories Dessert
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prick bottom of pie crust several times with a fork. Bake for 10 minutes in a 325 degree oven.
- While crust is baking, place egg whites in mixing bowl and beat until still peaks form. Add sugar and baking powder and beat again until sugar is well incorporated, about one minute more.
- Using a large spoon, gently fold in nuts, drained fruit, cracker crumbs, and vanilla until it is all well combined.
- Pour into baked pie crust. Bake at 325 for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly browned on top. Allow to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
KEY LIME PIE WITH BUTTER CRACKER CRUST
We were pleasantly surprised that salty, buttery crackers worked just as well as graham crackers for this Floridian custard pie. This crust would also take nicely to a filling of peanut butter mousse or pudding.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 3h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For the crust: Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch pie plate. Put the crackers in a food processor and pulse until they form fine crumbs. Add the butter, sugar and egg white and pulse until the mixture comes together like wet sand (it should hold together when pinched). Transfer to the prepared pie plate and press evenly into the bottom and up the sides. Bake until lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- For the filling: Whisk together the condensed milk, lime juice, salt and egg yolks in a medium bowl. Pour into the cooked pie shell and bake until the filling is set and only slightly jiggles in the center, 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool completely at room temperature and then refrigerate, loosely covered with plastic wrap, until chilled, about 2 hours or up to overnight.
- Prepare the garnish: Use a citrus zester to make strips of zest. Then cut away all of the peel and white pith (save the other half for another use). Cut the lime "meat" into small chunks.
- Fill a piping bag fitted with a star tip with whipped cream. Pipe mounds of whipped cream around the edges of the pie and decorate with chunks of lime and zest. Serve immediately or return to the refrigerator to chill until serving.
SALTY CRACKER PIE
This pie has it's beginnings in the depression. It has remained a Southern Comfort food for some. Now, the taste is back as sweet and salty are a popular combo. Ritz had a similar pie that was to mock apple pie. This is not a mock pie. It did replace pecan pie for many.
Provided by Sharon Whitley
Categories Pies
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350. Combine cracker crumbs, dates, sugar, pecans, and baking powder and set aside. Beat egg whites until stiff but not until dry and add vanilla. Gently fold dry ingredients into egg whites and pour into a buttered 9 inch pie pan. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Cool and serve with whipped cream.
SALTINE CRACKER PIE CRUST
Who says you need to stick with graham crackers for a delicious pie crust? I prefer the sweet and salty concoctions which makes this pie crust ideal.
Provided by Tricia Royals
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch pie pan.
- Crush saltine crackers either with your hands in a bowl or with a food processor. Add sugar and salt; mix. Mix in butter, followed by honey. Press crust into the prepared pie pan using a measuring cup.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and set, about 16 minutes. Remove from the oven and while crust is still fairly hot, use the measuring cup to re-form as crust will fall down while baking. Let cool before adding a filling of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 38.1 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 534.4 mg, Sugar 20 g
SODA CRACKER PIE
This pie is delicious, with or without a filling. I make it with pecans and serve it with whipped topping and one shake of nutmeg on top. Or I make it without pecans and fill with fruit filling such as lemon filling. I use soda crackers, saltines, graham crackers or buttery round crackers, finely crushed
Provided by PENILU
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold in sugar, baking powder, crackers, vanilla and pecans. Spoon mixture into a greased 9 inch pie pan.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool and serve or fill with the fresh fruit of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 123.5 mg, Sugar 25.7 g
SALTED CARAMEL PIE
This super easy caramel lovers' (non-chocolate) dream pie is from Simplethings Sandwich & Pie Shop in Los Angeles. The filling is sweetened condensed milk sprinkled lightly with sea salt and baked until thick and gooey, then chilled in a simple graham cracker crust. Chill time not included. To Make Ahead: The recipe can be prepared through Step 2 up to 5 days ahead. Refrigerate the crust and filling separately.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Pie
Time 3h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a food processor, pulse the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter and light brown sugar until the crumbs are moistened. Press the crumbs evenly into a 9-inch glass or metal pie plate. Bake for about 10 minutes, just until lightly browned. Let cool. Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees.
- Scrape the condensed milk into a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish and sprinkle with a scant 1/2 teaspoon of fleur de sel. Cover the dish with foil and place it in a roasting pan. Add enough hot water to the pan to reach one-third of the way up the side of the baking dish. Bake, lifting the foil to stir 2 or 3 times, until the condensed milk is golden and thickened, about 2 hours; add more water to the roasting pan as necessary (watch water level carefully). The consistency of the caramel should be like dulce de leche. Don't worry if it is lumpy; it will smooth out as it chills. (You may have many lumps, but it will work out.)
- Scrape the caramel filling into the pie crust, smoothing the top. Spray a sheet of plastic wrap with vegetable oil spray and cover the pie. Refrigerate until the filling is chilled and set, at least 4 hours.
- In a bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the cream with the confectioners' sugar until very firm peaks form. Remove the plastic. Mound the whipped cream on top of the pie and sprinkle with fleur de sel. Cut into wedges and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.1, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 23, Cholesterol 130.5, Sodium 214, Carbohydrate 74.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 66.8, Protein 10
SALTINE CRACKER PIE
Got this recipe from a dear family friend, Virginia Haynes, years ago & it has been a favorite ever since. Hope it becomes yours too. This pie makes it's own crust & is super easy.
Provided by Debbie Harbour
Categories Pies
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees .
- 2. Butter a pie pan & set aside .
- 3. Crumble crackers very fine & put in a med mixing bowl. Add pecan pieces & baking powder . Stir to mix .
- 4. Beat egg whites till stiff . Add sugar and vanilla & beat together
- 5. Pour egg whites over cracker mixture & fold together until well mixed . Pour into pie pan & bake until golden brown & crusty . Cool completely .
- 6. I top with whipping cream or have it on the side . Some of my family don't like whipped cream, go figure ! Lol
Tips:
- Choose the Right Crackers: Select a sturdy cracker that can hold up to the filling and won't get soggy easily. Ritz crackers or saltines are popular choices.
- Don't Overmix the Filling: Overmixing can make the filling tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the Pie Before Baking: Chilling the pie before baking helps the filling set and prevents the crackers from getting too brown.
- Bake the Pie in a Hot Oven: A hot oven helps the crackers get crispy and the filling to set properly.
- Let the Pie Cool Before Serving: Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving to give the filling time to firm up.
Conclusion:
Salty cracker pie is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, it's a great recipe for both experienced and beginner bakers. Whether you're looking for a savory appetizer, a hearty main course, or a sweet and salty dessert, salty cracker pie is sure to satisfy your cravings. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece that will impress your friends and family!
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