With this easy recipe and my perfected shaping methods. You need just 3 ingredients, and it tastes so good, I guarantee you’ll never go back to store-bought graham cracker crust. And if graham crackers aren’t available where you live, we’ve got a tested-and-approved biscuit crumb crust alternative for you!
Today I’m teaching you my practiced-and-perfected method for making a deliciously buttery, sweet graham cracker crust that’s wonderfully crisp and crumbly, but still holds shape. You can use it for pies, bar desserts, cheesecakes, and more—like cheesecake pie, banoffee pie, and lemon blueberry cheesecake bars.
Yes, you can! But a homemade graham cracker crust is much easier and quicker than you think. Pre-made crusts always seem to lack flavor… and definitely taste a little stale.
Graham Cracker Crust Recipe
When it comes down to it, the taste and texture of a homemade graham cracker crust is on a completely different level. Maybe even a different planet. Buttery, sweet, crispy, crumbly… and made from only 3 ingredients. Just THREE! And here they are:
After testing multiple brands, my very scientific conclusion (LOL) is that the best graham crackers to use for this crumb crust are the Nabisco Honey Maid brand. The store-brand graham crackers we tried were lighter in color and the texture wasn’t quite as crispy.
When pressing the crust made from store-brand crackers into the pie dish, it felt more moist, and a bit mushier. Which makes sense, because the Honey Maid ones feel harder/crispier as if they’ve been baked longer, so the store-brand graham cracker crumbs feel a bit mushier when you add the melted butter.
Easy Homemade Graham Cracker Crust Recipe
Graham crackers can also vary slightly in size and weight, and occasionally manufacturers change the size or amount you get in a package—which means my team and I have to go through all our recipes that use graham crackers and update them! (In case you’re wondering why your printed recipe may no longer match the recipe on the website.) Some math info you may find helpful:
Start by grinding up your graham crackers. You can use a food processor or blender for this, but if you don’t have one, just put them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin. You want really fine crumbs, so feel free to take out all your frustrations on these crackers!
Mix the crushed graham crackers with the granulated sugar, and then stir in the melted butter. The mixture will be thick, sandy, and coarse. Try to smash/break up any large chunks.
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The ratio of ingredients is important, but what matters most is how you press the mixture into your pan. The technique you use can make or (literally) break a great graham cracker crust:
I like to use my thumb on one hand and 4 fingers on my other hand to go around the top and sides. You can see me do this in the video tutorial below, too.
And, as explained in the 4th success tip above, running a spoon around the inner sides helps the crust keep a rounded shape, so the slices of your pie stay intact:
Basic Graham Cracker Crust
You will want to use an ungreased 8-inch, 9-inch, or 10-inch pie dish, cake pan, springform pan, or square pan for this recipe. It’s not enough for a 9×13-inch pan. If you’re making a 9×13-inch dessert, I recommend 1.5x the recipe.
Typically, yes. After shaping into your pan, this crust should be baked, and the amount of time really depends on the recipe you’re using, and whether it’s a baked or a no-bake filling. Check the pie or cheesecake recipe you’re using for crust baking and cooling instructions.
I usually pre-bake this graham cracker crust for at least 10 minutes at 350°F (177°C) before adding a filling. If you’re making a no-bake pie/dessert: cool the crust before filling it, unless the no-bake pie recipe you are using states otherwise.
Graham Cracker Crust
For non-US readers, my team and I tested out making this crust with digestive biscuits (we used McVitie’s brand), and here are our findings:
Though different in size and shape, 1 standard digestive biscuit weighs just about the same as 1 full sheet graham cracker, about 15g. Digestives are similar in flavor to graham crackers, but the texture is slightly different. Digestives aren’t quite as crispy-crunchy as graham crackers, and disintegrate faster when wet, as those who like to dip them into their tea will know. We found that we needed some extra crumbs in the crust to help absorb the melted butter.
We’re also adding a bit more sugar, because digestive biscuits contain about half the amount of sugar as graham crackers.So the final recipe for a digestive biscuit crumb crust that works as a great alternative to this graham cracker crust is:
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Graham cracker crust is the base of so many incredible desserts, so it’s important to have a really solid recipe for this baking staple under your belt (or apron ties). And it’s so easy to master. Not to mention, unbelievably good. Repeat: It’s buttery! Thick! Crunchy! Graham crackery! Just the best!
You could also make this crumb crust with speculoos biscuits (like Biscoff), vanilla wafers, or Ritz crackers instead of graham crackers. For an easy Oreo crust, see my Oreo Crust guide.
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Pumpkin Cheesecake With Graham Cracker Crust
It’s been a while since I’ve shared a how-to baking post. Since we’re so close to the holidays, I thought it would be the perfect time to share one recipe that I make every holiday season — my homemade graham cracker crust recipe!
I’ve mentioned it before, but I’ve never been a fan of the store-bought graham cracker crusts. I feel like store-bought crusts are far too crumbly and it’s almost impossible to get a clean slice out of them without it falling apart.
I’ve been making my own homemade graham cracker pie crust for years now and I’ve never looked back because they’re SO much better. Plus, you’ll love this homemade version because:
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To make this graham cracker crust recipe, you’ll need three ingredients: graham crackers crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Let’s break each one down!
To make this easy graham cracker crust recipe, you’ll start by stirring together your graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Then, you’ll stir in the melted butter until all of the crumbs are moistened.
I suggest starting with 5 tablespoons of melted butter and then see how the mixture looks first. It should be a little bit crumbly, but if you squeeze some together in your hand it will hold together. If you feel that the crust is a little too dry or crumbly, you can melt an additional tablespoon of butter and stir it in.
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Once you’ve mixed up the graham cracker crust mixture, you’ll scoop the mixture into a pie dish and press it down firmly on the bottom and up around the sides.
I like to use the bottom of a measuring cup to help pack the crust down.I used a pie dish for this tutorial, but just about any kind of pan or dish will work just fine!
For a no-bake graham cracker crust:Transfer to the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to chill while you prepare your filling, then fill the pie crust.
How To Crush Graham Crackers
I’ve had a few readers from outside the US ask about a graham cracker substitute they can use. If you don’t have graham crackers where you live, I recommend using digestive biscuits instead.
If you’re using this homemade graham cracker crust for a baked dessert (like a pie or cheesecake), I recommend baking the crust before adding in the filling to help set the crust. If you’re making a no-bake dessert, there’s usually no need to bake the crust first.
This graham cracker crust for desserts may be prepared 1-2 days in advance. If the crust is baked, I suggest storing it at room temperature. If it’s for a no-bake recipe, I recommend storing it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to fill it.
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Most likely, yes. I’m sure melted margarine or another butter alternative would work well in this recipe. However, your pie crust may have a slightly different texture than mine.
As I mentioned earlier, this homemade graham cracker pie crust is a perfect base for just about any pie. I especially love to use this recipe for my homemade key lime pie. Here are a few more ways you can use it!
Learn how easy it is to make your own graham cracker crust with this simple tutorial! You only need three ingredients and about 10 minutes to prepare this pie crust. This recipe works great for baked or no-bake pies!
How To Make Graham Cracker Crust {no Bake}
Graham cracker crust may be prepared 1-2 days in advance. If the crust is baked, I suggest storing it at room temperature. If it's for a no-bake recipe, I recommend storing it in the refrigerator until you're ready to fill it.
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