Name: Graham Cracker Pie Crust
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10 sheets graham crackers; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 tbsp light brown sugar; 7 tablespoons butter

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Graham Cracker Pie Crust

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Graham Cracker Pie Crust

10 sheets graham crackersabout 1 ½ cups of crumbs

2 tablespoons white sugar

1 tbsp light brown sugar

7 tablespoons buttermelted

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375℉.

Place graham cracker sheets in a food processor and process until fine crumbs.

Add graham cracker crumbs, white sugar and brown sugar into a medium bowl; Stir to combine.

Add melted butter to graham cracker crumbs and stir until mixture resembled wet sand.

Pour graham cracker mixture into a 9″ pie plate and use the bottom of a clean measuring cup to firmly pack the crumbs into the bottom of the pie plate and up the sides of the pie plate. You may need to use your fingers to press the crumbs into the sides of the pie plate.

Bake pie crust for 10 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Crush Graham Crackers to Uniform Size 🍘
Use a food processor to achieve consistent crumb texture rather than crushing by hand, which creates uneven pieces that lead to gaps and weak spots in your crust.
Toast Crumbs for Enhanced Flavor 🔥
Lightly toast the graham cracker crumbs in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before mixing with butter to deepen their flavor and add subtle nuttiness to your crust.
Use Melted Butter for Better Binding 🧈
Always melt your butter before mixing rather than using cold, softened butter—it coats the crumbs more evenly and creates a more cohesive, less crumbly crust.
Press with a Measuring Cup for Even Thickness 📏
Use the flat bottom of a cold measuring cup to press the mixture into the pan, applying consistent pressure to create an even thickness that bakes uniformly.
Pre-Bake to Prevent Sogginess 🥧
Bake your crust at 325°F for 6-8 minutes before adding wet fillings to set the structure and prevent absorption of excess moisture from cheesecakes or cream pies.