Name: Graham Cracker Pie Crust
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Graham Cracker Pie Crust

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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)

Pulse Graham Crackers to Varied Texture 🍪
Pulse crackers into uneven crumbs rather than fine powder—this creates a more interesting, rustic texture that holds together better while maintaining some pleasant crunch in the finished crust.
Toast Crumbs Before Mixing 🔥
Lightly toast the graham cracker crumbs in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before mixing with butter and sugar to deepen their flavor and reduce moisture, resulting in a sturdier, less soggy crust.
Use Melted Butter for Even Distribution 🧈
Melt butter completely before combining with crumbs rather than using softened butter, ensuring even coating and better moisture distribution throughout the mixture for consistent binding.
Press with a Flat-Bottomed Cup 👌
Use the flat bottom of a measuring cup dipped in water to press the mixture evenly into your pie pan—this prevents your fingers from sticking and creates uniform thickness and density for better structural integrity.
Pre-Bake to Lock in Texture 🥧
Bake the crust at 350°F for 8-10 minutes before filling, even for no-bake recipes, to set the structure and prevent it from becoming soggy when paired with wet fillings like cream cheese.