Best 7 Vanilla Wafer Crust Recipes

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**Vanilla Wafer Crust: A Versatile and Delicious Base for Sweet Treats**

Vanilla wafer crust is a classic and versatile dessert crust that can be used for a variety of sweet treats, from pies and tarts to cheesecakes and parfaits. Made with a combination of vanilla wafers, melted butter, and sometimes sugar, this crust is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic vanilla wafers or prefer a more unique flavor, there's a vanilla wafer crust recipe out there for you. This article features a collection of vanilla wafer crust recipes, each offering a slightly different take on this beloved dessert staple. From the simple and straightforward to the more elaborate and decadent, these recipes are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. So grab a box of vanilla wafers and let's get started!

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

VANILLA WAFER CRUST



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This is an unbaked crumb crust. Very easy.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 ½ cups vanilla wafer crumbs
⅓ cup butter

Steps:

  • Combine wafer crumbs and butter or margarine together thoroughly. Press into 9 inch pie plate. Chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 157.7 mg

VANILLA WAFER PIE CRUST



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From Mom's recipe box. Fill with your favorite cooked or no-cook pie filling (this crust won't stand up to being rebaked once filled, like a graham cracker crust).

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 1 9" pie crust, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/3 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
4 tablespoons butter, softened (1/2 stick)
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Blend crumbs, butter and sugar thoroughly. Pour into 9" pie plate; press down firmly into bottom and sides with the bottom of a glass. Bake in preheated 375°F oven for 5 minutes. Cool completely before filling with softened ice cream, stiff custard or pudding, or other fully-cooked or no-cook-needed pie filling.

KEY LIME PIE BARS WITH VANILLA WAFER CRUST



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Some say that a Key lime's juice is slightly more floral than that of its more well-known cousin, the Persian lime, the kind you can find in every supermarket and corner deli. Key limes are hard to find, though, so use bottled Key lime juice or conventional lime juice in this easy recipe that's great for a crowd.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (11-ounce) box vanilla wafers
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
8 tablespoons/115 grams unsalted butter, melted
1 3/4 cup/420 milliliters condensed milk (1 14-ounce can plus 1/2 cup)
5 large egg yolks
3/4 cup/180 milliliters Key lime or conventional lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 cup/240 milliliters cold heavy cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides. In a food processor, combine vanilla wafers and sugar, and pulse until you have fine crumbs. Add butter and process until evenly moistened. Transfer mixture to prepared pan and press it down into an even layer. Bake until fragrant and a shade darker, 15 to 17 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together condensed milk, egg yolks, lime juice and lime zest.
  • Pour filling over crust (it's O.K. if it's still warm) and bake until the filling is set, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Use a sharp knife to release edges. Using the parchment overhang, carefully lift and transfer the bar to a cutting board. Just before serving, whip heavy cream and confectioners' sugar until soft peaks form. Top bars with whipped cream and cut into 16 squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 333, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 113 milligrams, Sugar 21 grams, TransFat 0 grams

UNCLE BILL'S GRAHAM AND VANILLA WAFER PIE CRUST



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I have been using this crust recipe for many of the pies that I make. As requested, I am posting the crust recipe. This recipe can be adapted to many different pies. This is a typical recipe that can be adapted to many different pies, cheesecake squares, raspberry cupcakes.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 1 Pie crust

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup graham wafer crumbs
3/4 cup vanilla wafer crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped lightly toasted almonds
1/4 cup butter, softened
vegetable oil, spray for pie dish
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine graham wafer and vanilla cookie crumbs and almonds, mix well to combine.
  • Cut in butter using a pastry blender or a fork until mixture is crumbly.
  • Prepare a 9 inch oven-proof pie dish by spraying with some vegetable oil, then dust with flour, Shake off any excess flour off the pie dish and discard.
  • This prevents the shell from sticking to the dish when baked.
  • Spoon wafter mixture into the pie dish; press evenly to the bottom and sides using a rounded soup spoon. Also, use a potato masher with small holes or squares to firm the bottom crumb mixture. The thickness should be about 1/4 inch.
  • Place the prepared pie dish in the freezer compartment for 30 minutes.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in a preheated 400 F oven to set the crust.
  • Cool baked pie crust and continue with your pie filling mixture of your choice.
  • Pecans can also be used for some pie recipes.
  • Suggested recipes to look at: #87452, #18007, #18795, #18705, #18353, #18457.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1917.2, Fat 121.9, SaturatedFat 41.3, Cholesterol 122, Sodium 1462.6, Carbohydrate 188.4, Fiber 13.5, Sugar 23, Protein 28.2

GRAHAM CRACKER (OR VANILLA WAFER) PIE CRUST



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I found this recipe in the first issue of Cooking Light and it really is great. Adding the egg white is a brilliant idea! Holds together very well. I am diabetic so I love the reduced sugar and reduced fat content.

Provided by Joanne Bryant

Categories     Pie

Time 18m

Yield 1 pie crust, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons sugar (or Splenda)
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1 egg white
1 1/4 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar (or Splenda)
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1 egg white

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine crumbs (either graham cracker or vanilla wafer), sugar and butter.
  • Pulse until blended.
  • Add egg white and pulse until evenly moistened.
  • Press into a 9" pie plate.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes.
  • Cool completely before using.

EASY VANILLA WAFER CRUST



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Make and share this Easy Vanilla Wafer Crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kellogs

Categories     Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 1 pie crust, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

50 vanilla wafers (approx 1 1/2 cups)
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place wafer cookies in a ziplocked bag. Roll a rolling pin over the bag until the wafers have been crushed into fine crumbs; pour crumbs into a mixing bowl.
  • Add the melted butter or margarine to the bowl and slowly combine with the crumbs using a mixing spoon.
  • Turn crumb mixture onto a 9-inch pie plate and spread evenly around.
  • Using a small measuring cup (or your fingertips works fine) tightly press the crumb mixture onto bottom and sides of the pie pan to form a firm and even crust.
  • Place in oven and bake for 8 minutes.

VANILLA WAFER CRUST



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Categories     Game

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 1/2 cups wanilla wafer crumbs
1/3 cup butter or margarine

Steps:

  • Combine wafer crumbs and butter or margarine together thoroughly. Press into 9 inch pie plate.
  • Chill until set.

Tips:

  • Use fresh vanilla wafers: Stale wafers will not hold together well and will make the crust less flavorful.
  • Crush the wafers finely: This will help the crust to be smooth and even.
  • Use a food processor or blender: This is the easiest way to crush the wafers into fine crumbs.
  • Add melted butter: This will help the crust to hold together and will give it a rich, buttery flavor.
  • Press the crust firmly into the pan: This will help to prevent the crust from crumbling.
  • Chill the crust before filling: This will help the crust to set and will make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

A vanilla wafer crust is a delicious and easy-to-make base for a variety of desserts. It is perfect for pies, tarts, and cheesecakes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and versatile crust that will impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, try making a vanilla wafer crust. You won't be disappointed!

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