Graham Cracker Crust (Homemade Recipe)

– 12 full-size graham crackers – 1/4 cup sugar optional – 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional – 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Ingredients

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Cook time: 8 min

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Servings

1 pie crust

Type

fall recipe

prep Time

5 min

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Olive Oil Graham Cracker Crust is a versatile crust that can be used all year long. This crust is so delicious you will even be tempted to eat it without filling it. Your house smells like delicious graham crackers while it's baking.

What is a graham cracker crust? A graham cracker crust is a type of pie crust made from graham crackers. The crust is usually made by crushing the crackers into crumbs and then mixing them with butter, sugar, and spices. The mixture is then pressed into the bottom and sides of a pie dish. This type of crust is common in pies such  as cheesecake and pumpkin pie.

Does graham cracker crust need to be baked? Most graham cracker crusts do not need to be baked and will set just from the heat of the filling. However, some recipes do call for a brief baking time. This helps to create a firmer crust that is less likely to crumble when slicing. What makes graham cracker crust hard? Over time, the moisture in the filling can make the graham cracker crust hard. If you want to keep your crust soft, you can try sealing it with a layer of plastic wrap after each slice. How do you make a graham cracker crust not crumble?

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