cookie crumb crust
Cuisinart Original RecipeYou may make this basic cookie crumb crust with crushed cookies or graham crackers. It can be used for most pies that have a creamy or custard based filling.
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Ingredients
8 ounces finely crushed cookie crumbs (gingersnaps, chocolate cookies, vanilla wafers or graham crackers)
2 to 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (to taste depending on cookies chosen)
1⁄8 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Place the crumbs, sugar and salt in the Cuisinart™ mixing bowl. Insert the flat mixing paddle. Turn to speed 1. While mixing, slowly add melted butter and mix until crumbs are totally coated. Transfer to a pie plate and press evenly into bottom and up the sides of the plate. Use the bottom of a glass or custard cup to firmly tamp down the bottom of the crust.
Place in preheated 350°F oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack before using.
Servings
Makes one 9-inch deep dish crustNutritional Information
Per Serving
no nutrition information availableThis recipe can be prepared using the following Cuisinart® products:
5.5 Quart Stand Mixer

