NANA'S RITZ CRACKER PIE (WITH WALNUTS)

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Sounds strange, but tastes great! This is my mother-in-laws recipe and my husband insisted I share it with you! Make sure you serve it with whipped cream on top!

Provided by Vitameatavegamin Gi

Categories     Pie

Time 45m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

21 Ritz crackers, finely crushed
1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 egg whites
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Prepare an 8" pie pan with cooking spray (Pam).
  • In a gallon size ziplock bag, crush the 21 Ritz Crackers until almost powder-like.
  • Add the finely chopped walnuts and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  • Toss with a fork and set aside.
  • In a stand mixer or medium bowl using a hand mixer, beat the 3 egg whites until fluffy.
  • Slowly add 1 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat until stiff and glossy in appearance.
  • Fold the crackers/nuts into the egg whites and pour into the pie pan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Allow to cool completely in refridgerator and top with whipped topping before serving. (Optional- add chocolate shavings on top). Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.2, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 22.8, Sodium 170.3, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 28.4, Protein 4

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