Graham Cracker Crust
This easy homemade graham cracker crust is buttery, crisp, and made with just 4 ingredients. This recipe makes a thick crust that's perfect for a springform pan, cheesecake, or deep-dish pie.
Servings: 1 crust
Cost: $8
Ingredients
- 3 cups graham cracker crumbs finely crushed crumbs
- 12 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Add 3 cups graham cracker crumbs, 12 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt to a bowl. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture evenly across the bottom and up the sides of a buttered springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to help create an even crust.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Let the crust cool completely before adding the cheesecake or pie filling.
Notes
- This recipe makes a thick graham cracker crust and is designed for a springform pan or deep-dish dessert.
- For a standard pie or thinner crust, your old card says to cut the recipe in half. I'd keep that ONLY if you've actually made it that way and know half fills your standard pie plate.
- Use finely crushed graham crackers so the crust holds together well.
- Press the crumbs firmly into the pan, but don't compact them excessively.
- Cool the crust completely before adding a chilled filling.
- For a dessert that specifically calls for a no-bake crust, follow that recipe's chilling instructions.
Nutrition
Calories: 2530kcal | Carbohydrates: 259g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 162g | Saturated Fat: 90g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 44g | Trans Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 361mg | Sodium: 4005mg | Potassium: 488mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 125g | Vitamin A: 4198IU | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 10mg
