Graham Cracker Torte

📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A delightful and classic graham cracker torte featuring chopped nuts and whipped egg whites for a light, airy texture. Perfectly sweet and baked to golden perfection.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
20 mins35 minsNone8 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Pie tin

Ingredients

Torte Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 c.Graham cracker crumbsFine crumbs
1 c.SugarGranulated
1/2 tsp.VanillaLiquid extract
1/2 c.NutsChopped
3EggsSeparated
1 1/2 tsp.Baking powderStandard
1 pinchSaltStandard

Instructions

Step 1: Preparation and Mixing

  1. Mix 1 c. graham cracker crumbs, 1 c. sugar, 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder, and 1 pinch salt together.
  2. Separate the 3 eggs into yolks and whites.
  3. Beat the 3 egg yolks and mix them into the dry crumb mixture.
  4. Add 1/2 c. nuts and 1/2 tsp. vanilla to the mixture and stir well.

Step 2: Folding and Baking

  1. Whip the 3 egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold them into the batter until fully incorporated.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased pie tin.
  3. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Bake ahead and store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.


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