Classic Graham Cracker Crust
📜 Collection: UK2 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A simple, classic no-bake graham cracker crust recipe made with just three ingredients. The perfect buttery, sweet, and crunchy base for cheesecakes and cream pies.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | None | 30 mins | One 8-inch pie crust |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Medium bowl
- Fork
- 8-inch pie plate
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/4 Cups | Graham Cracker Crumbs | Fine |
| 1/3 Cup | Sugar | Granulated |
| 1/3 Cup | Melted Butter | Melted |
Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Base
- In a medium bowl, combine the 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs and 1/3 cup sugar.
Step 2: Add Butter and Press
- Pour in the 1/3 cup melted butter and mix with a fork until all the crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Reserve 1/4 cup of the crumb mixture to use as a topping for your pie, if desired.
- Press the remaining crumb mixture firmly and evenly onto the bottom and up the sides of an 8-inch pie plate until compact.
Step 3: Chill
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until firm and set, before filling.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store the unbaked or baked crust tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month before filling.
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