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GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST I



Graham Cracker Crust I image

This goes great with many pies.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Time 17m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ cups finely ground graham cracker crumbs
⅓ cup white sugar
6 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter or margarine, and cinnamon until well blended . Press mixture into an 8 or 9 inch pie plate.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 7 minutes. Cool. If recipe calls for unbaked pie shell, just chill for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

HOMEMADE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Instead of purchasing a crust, make this graham cracker crust recipe with just three everyday ingredients. -Janaan Cunningham

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 1 pie crust (9 inches).

Number Of Ingredients 3

1-1/2 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs (24 squares)
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the crumbs and sugar; add butter and blend well. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate., Refrigerate for 30 minutes before filling, or bake at 375° until crust is lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack before filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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A no-bake recipe using softened butter instead of melted butter. I find this produces a better consistency for the crust.

Provided by Carole

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, softened
⅓ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Mix crumbs, butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Use a spoon to press the crumbs up the side of the plate and the side of your hand to press down on the top.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Use this graham cracker crust recipe to make our Summer Fruit Cream Pie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-inch crust

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 1/2 ounces graham crackers (12 crackers), finely ground (1 1/2 cups)
2 1/2 ounces (5 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Pulse graham cracker crumbs, butter, sugar, and salt in a food processor until combined.
  • Firmly press crumb mixture into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake until crust is fragrant and edges are golden, 12 to 14 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

GRAHAM CRACKER PIE CRUST



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This recipe is from the box of Keebler Graham Cracker Crumbs. To save time, you can also try Keebler Ready Crust Pie Crust.

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 9 inch pie crust, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs, Keebler brand
3 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted (or margarine)

Steps:

  • Combine crumbs and sugar in medium sized bowl. Stir in the melted butter until thoroughly blended.
  • Pack mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie pan and press firmly to bottom and sides, bringing crumbs evenly up to the rim.
  • Chill one hour before filling or bake in a 350 degree oven for 8 minutes, cool, chill and fill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.6, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 130.1, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 8.8, Protein 1

SUPER-EASY GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Whenever I have pie, I always want more crust. This is my new go-to recipe. It boasts a generous buttery base that works with all kinds fillings. Of course I couldn't stop at one flavor, so I experimented with different pantry items to create a whole team of crunchy crusts. - Gina Nistico, Taste of Home Food Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

2-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine cracker crumbs, butter and sugar; press onto bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Bake until crust is lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

PEANUT BUTTER MOON PIE: CHOCOLATE CAKE, GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST, PEANUT BUTTER CREAM CHEESE FILLING, MARSHMALLOW FROSTING



Peanut Butter Moon Pie: Chocolate Cake, Graham Cracker Crust, Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Filling, Marshmallow Frosting image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 36 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
4 tablespoons butter
15 ounces all-purpose flour
5 ounces cocoa powder
1 pound 8 ounces sugar
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3 ounces vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups hot coffee
12 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces butter
1 1/2 pounds powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces creamy peanut butter
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
4 egg whites
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the crust: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line muffin pans with 36 muffin liners. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar and butter in a bowl. Mix with your hands until well combined. Press 2 tablespoons of the mixture into the cupcake liners and bake for 7 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  • For the chocolate cake: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. In the bowl of an electric mixer with the whisk attachment, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt until well combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, scraping the bowl as needed. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla and coffee and mix for about a minute until well combined. Fill the 36 muffin pans with the pre-baked graham cracker crust three-quarters full with batter and bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
  • For the peanut butter cream cheese filling: Whip the cream cheese and butter in an electric mixer with the paddle attachment until fully incorporated. With the mixer on low, gradually add the powdered sugar until combined. Add the vanilla and mix until combined. Finally, add the peanut butter and mix until fully incorporated.
  • For the marshmallow frosting: In small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, 5 ounces water and the cream of tarter and boil until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites and vanilla until firm peaks form. With mixer on high, slowly stream the hot sugar mixture into the egg whites and mix for about 3 minutes.
  • To assemble: Use a knife to cut a hole out of the center of the cupcakes. Fill with peanut butter cream cheese filling with a spoon and frost with marshmallow frosting.

HEALTHIER GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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This excellent chocolaty crust is lower in fat than most. Cocoa powder and nonfat yogurt make it delicious without adding lots of excess calories.

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, yogurt, and brown sugar. Press mixture firmly into a 9 inch pie pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 100.8 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

GRAHAM CRACKER CHEESECAKE CRUST



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I adopted this recipe from the Recipezaar account. I had already made it and I knew it was a winner!

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 13m

Yield 1 crust, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients together and press evenly across bottom of a inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes; cool and fill.

BANANA AND COCONUT CREAM PIE WITH GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



Banana and Coconut Cream Pie with Graham Cracker Crust image

Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     dessert

Time 4h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing
1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 24 graham crackers)
1/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2/3 cups granulated sugar
1/3 cup flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 egg yolks, beaten
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
2 cups sliced bananas (about 2 bananas)
1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 cup toasted coconut chips, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the crust: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Brush a 9-inch pie plate with butter to grease.
  • In a medium bowl, stir to combine the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, sugar and salt, then press into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie dish. Bake until lightly golden and crisp, 12 minutes. Set aside on a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the pie: Whisk the granulated sugar and flour together in a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Whisk in the milk, coconut milk, condensed milk, coconut extract and vanilla extract. Whisking occasionally, bring the mixture to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, then temper the egg yolks: carefully remove a cup of the hot milk mixture and whisk in the beaten eggs yolks. Add the yolk mixture to the milk and then add the butter. Remove from the heat and fold in the bananas, then transfer the pie filling to the cooled graham cracker crust.
  • Cover the pie with plastic wrap, placing the wrap directly onto the surface of the filling. Chill until completely set, at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
  • Whip the heavy cream and confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form, then spoon the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Garnish with toasted coconut chips and slice to serve.

PUDDING AND BERRY TART WITH GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



Pudding and Berry Tart with Graham Cracker Crust image

Bring this dessert out and your parents might just fall out of their chairs - it looks that good. No one will ever suspect that your main ingredient here is pudding out of a box. But don't get the instant kind - it tastes starchy and grainy - just stick to the "cook and serve" kind. It only takes about four minutes, so it's still a no-brainer. The fresh berries are the crowning jewels of this tart. They are always available in the supermarket but they're a lot cheaper when they're in season in the summer. If you can't find blueberries or strawberries you can substitute with a pint of fresh raspberries. The graham cracker crust is also as easy as it gets but it's a great complement for the custard and berries. You don't need a fancy tart pan for this. If you have one, great, otherwise just grab a large aluminum pie pan from the supermarket. They get the job done and come in handy for other desserts, so don't throw them away.

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     dessert

Time 5h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 whole graham crackers
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) butter
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 (3.4-ounce) packages "cook and serve" vanilla pudding
Milk (according to pudding package instructions)
1 pint fresh strawberries
1/2 pint fresh blueberries
1/2 pint fresh blackberries or raspberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the crust: crumble the graham crackers by hand or with a potato masher to get fine crumbs. Heat the butter in a saucepan or microwave until half-melted. Work the butter into the crumbs with your fingertips until the crumbs look like wet sand. Using your fingertips, press the crust into a 9-inch pie plate or disposable aluminum pie pan to make an even layer over the bottom and sides of the pan. Bake until the crust is a shade darker, about 12 minutes, and let cool completely.
  • Make the pudding according to the package directions. Let stand about 5 to 10 minutes stirring occasionally to keep a skin from forming on the top of the pudding.
  • Use a spoon or rubber spatula to scrape the pudding into the graham cracker shell and smooth it into an even layer. Put the tart in the refrigerator until the pudding is chilled and set, at least 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, cut the stems off the strawberries and wash with the other berries in a colander under cold water. Drain then spread out on paper towel to dry. You can either arrange the berries nicely over the pudding or just sort of gently tumble them onto it. Cover the tart lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate. You can make the tart up to 4 hours in advance. Serve cold.

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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This is a great graham cracker crust, not dry or crumbly. It is sweet, almost like caramel. I recommend filling it with Recipe #115634. This will make a 9 inch crust but you can easily adjust it to make a taller 10 inch cheesecake crust.

Provided by MommyMakes

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 1 9 inch crust

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup light brown sugar or 1/3 cup white sugar, for less sweet crust

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together.
  • Press onto bottom and up sides of pan until desired size.
  • Bake silver pan at 350F for 8-10 minutes, or dark pan at 300F for 8-10 minutes.
  • Fill!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1040.6, Fat 54.5, SaturatedFat 30.4, Cholesterol 122, Sodium 826.4, Carbohydrate 136.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 97.2, Protein 6.4

GRAHAM CRACKER-NUT CRUST



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Combine crunchy graham crackers, pecans and dash of cinnamon to make our Graham Cracker-Nut Crust that will take your next pie or cheesecake to new level.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F.
  • Mix ingredients until blended; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake 10 min. Cool completely before filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 80 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST II



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This graham cracker crust is not as sweet as most others. It's simple and delicious, and can be used for almost any kind of pie. Best with pumpkin or chocolate!

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Crumb Crusts

Time 14m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 2

16 graham cracker squares, crushed
¼ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs and melted margarine. Place mixture in a 9 inch pie pan and press firmly into bottom and sides of pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 125.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Everyone loves pie, but not everyone loves the sometimes-finicky task of making a traditional rolled-out pie crust. For them, there is this press-in crust made with just graham cracker crumbs, sugar, salt and butter. It works best with fillings that don't require the structure and heft of traditional pie dough, like this Key lime pie or this ube pie.

Provided by The New York Times

Categories     pastries, dessert

Time 15m

Yield One 9-inch crust

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 ounces/140 grams graham crackers (one 9-cracker sleeve), pulsed into fine crumbs in a food processor (about 1 cup)
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup/55 grams unsalted butter (1/2 stick), melted

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and salt. Stir in the melted butter. (Mixture will look like wet sand.) Press into the bottom and up the sides of a standard (not deep-dish) 9-inch pie pan. Fill and bake according to your recipe. (If your recipe calls for a prebaked crust, bake for 6 to 9 minutes at 375 degrees until just lightly browned. Let cool completely on wire rack before filling.)

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE PIE WITH GRAHAM CRACKER AND PECAN CRUST



Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie with Graham Cracker and Pecan Crust image

Provided by James Briscione

Categories     dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup chopped pecans
2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, at room temperature
One 15-ounce can pure pumpkin
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
Whipped cream for serving, if desired

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the graham cracker crumbs, pecans, 1/2 cup of the sugar, the salt and butter in a food processor and pulse in short bursts until well combined.
  • Scoop the graham cracker mixture into a 10-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Press the mixture into an even layer, covering the bottom and sides of the pan.
  • Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake until set, about 15 minutes. Set aside on a rack to cool.
  • Lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees F. Combine the remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar, cream cheese and vanilla extract in a bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the eggs to the mixture one at a time, making sure to completely incorporate each egg before adding the next. Add the pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice and beat until smooth.
  • Transfer the pumpkin mixture to the cooled crust, place on a baking sheet and bake in the oven until firm in the center, about 50 minutes. Remove and cool on a rack. Refrigerate until completely chilled before serving, about 2 hours. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.

LIME SQUARES WITH PISTACHIO GRAHAM-CRACKER CRUST



Lime Squares with Pistachio Graham-Cracker Crust image

This creamy dessert is a cross between key lime pie and traditional lemon bars.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for pan
2/3 cup shelled pistachios
1 cup (4 ounces) graham-cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoons grated lime zest
2 large egg yolks
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush an 8-inch square baking dish with melted butter. Line bottom with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides.
  • In a food processor, finely grind pistachios with graham-cracker crumbs, sugar, and zest. Blend in butter. Press mixture into bottom and 1 inch up sides of prepared pan. Bake until lightly browned, 8 to 12 minutes. Cool crust, 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and condensed milk. Add lime juice; whisk until smooth. Pour filling into cooled crust; carefully spread to edges.
  • Bake until set, about 15 minutes. Cool in pan on rack; then chill at least 1 hour before serving. Using parchment paper overhang, lift out of pan, and transfer to a cutting board. With a serrated knife, cut into 16 squares, wiping knife with a damp kitchen towel between each cut.

SWEET POTATO PECAN PIE WITH HOMEMADE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



Sweet Potato Pecan Pie with Homemade Graham Cracker Crust image

The graham cracker crust for this heavenly pie is a nice change from a pastry crust. The coconut and pecan crumb topping makes it seem so special.-Heather Hunsaker, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup apple butter
3/4 cup evaporated milk
3 eggs
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
TOPPING:
1-1/4 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients; press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until crust is lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the filling ingredients. Pour into crust. Bake for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine the pecans, coconut, brown sugar, oats, flour and cinnamon. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over pie; bake for 10-15 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean and topping is golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701 calories, Fat 40g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 81g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CINNAMON GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST



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Originally from the Fanny Farmer Baking Book. I use it for my Lemon Meringue and Key Lime Pies. I don't usually add the cinnamon but it is an option.

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 1 8 or 9-inch pie crust, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12-14 whole crackers)
1/4 cup sugar
8 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine cracker crumbs and sugar in a bowl, then add the butter and optional cinnamon.
  • Stir with a fork until crumbs are moistened.
  • Empty the mixture in the pie plate, then pat and press mixture evenly all around the bottom and sides of the plate.
  • Before filling, either bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes or chill for about an hour.
  • (You simply want the crust to be firm and both baking and chilling will do that, although I prefer baking.).

BLUEBERRY PIE WITH GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST AND CRUMB TOPPING



Blueberry Pie with Graham Cracker Crust and Crumb Topping image

I've been making this blueberry pie for a few years now, it's wonderful. You can also substitute other berries for the blueberries!

Provided by Amy Freeman

Categories     Pies

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

PIE CRUST
1 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
1/2 c melted butter
1/8 c water
PIE FILLING
3-4 c fresh or frozen blueberries (without syrup)
7 Tbsp cornstarch
3 Tbsp water
4 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp allspice
2/3 c sugar
TOPPING
1/4 c sugar
1/2 c flour
1/4 c butter (softened)

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat oven to 375.
  • 2. Graham Cracker Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, one stick of butter and water. Press into pie plate and refrigerate for 1 hour (to prevent crumbling when serving)
  • 3. Rinse blueberries. Pick out and remove any bits of stems, leaves and soft or mushy berries. It is easiest to do this in a large bowl of water and gently run your hands through the berries as they float. With your fingers slightly apart, you will easily feel any soft or mushy berries get caught in your fingers.
  • 4. Combine the 2/3 cup sugar, 7 Tablespoons of corn starch in a bowl and mix well! stir in either 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and/or 1/4 teaspoon of allspice, mixed in (optional)
  • 5. Add the 2 Tablespoons of lemon juice, and 3 Tablespoons of water (or grape juice) and stir it up.
  • 6. Pour blueberries into pie crust. There's lots of air space and it will cook down, so don't worry if they mound up about an inch (2.5 cm) above the edge of the plate.
  • 7. pour the mixture of sugar, juice, etc. into the pie all over the blueberries. If it is a gloppy liquid, don't worry, just pour it somewhat evenly over the top. But it doesn't take perfection; it will smooth itself out in the oven.
  • 8. Crumb Topping: 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup flour 1/4 cup butter Mix together in a small bowl and sprinkle it over the pie.
  • 9. Bake 375F for 1 hour or until golden brown and filling is bubbly. Will keep 1 week in the frige (if it lasts that long)

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