Cracker pie II is a traditional Southern dessert that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This unique pie features a flaky cracker crust, a creamy, custard-like filling, and a sweet and tangy topping. It is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a special treat for a party or a simple dessert to enjoy with your family, cracker pie II is sure to be a hit.
Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!
SODA CRACKER PIE
Southerners can whip up something special from thin air, and this pretty little pie pie is here to prove it. The Soda Cracker Pie comes from a long line of desperation pies, also known as "make-do pies," that were designed to cope with dwindling supplies and limited ingredients. You know them, you love them: Chess Pie, Southern Buttermilk Pie, Old-Fashioned Shoofly Pie, and Soda Cracker Pie. They first gained popularity during the Depression and World War II, but they've graced our tables ever since. This Soda Cracker Pie is built on a base of whipped egg whites and baking powder. Since this mixture forms the foundation of the pie and will give it much of its height, it's important to whip your egg whites until they reach completely stiff peaks. Then gradually beat in the sugar and fold in the secret ingredients: crushed crackers, nuts (we favor pecans, but you can use any nuts you have on hand), and a splash of vanilla. Who has time to fuss around with a crust? This pie has 12 crushed crackers mixed right into the pie itself. Soda Cracker Pie is a testament to Southerners' resourcefulness, and right now, it really hits the spot.
Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Beat egg whites and baking powder until stiff. Add 1 cup sugar gradually until stiff. Add 12 crushed crackers, 1 cup nuts, and 1 tsp vanilla.
- Bake for 20 minutes in a buttered Pyrex pie plate.
SODA CRACKER PIE
This pie is delicious, with or without a filling. I make it with pecans and serve it with whipped topping and one shake of nutmeg on top. Or I make it without pecans and fill with fruit filling such as lemon filling. I use soda crackers, saltines, graham crackers or buttery round crackers, finely crushed
Provided by PENILU
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold in sugar, baking powder, crackers, vanilla and pecans. Spoon mixture into a greased 9 inch pie pan.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool and serve or fill with the fresh fruit of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 123.5 mg, Sugar 25.7 g
AUNT IRENE'S GRAHAM CRACKER PIE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Heat the oven to 350 F. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter, and sugar; mix to blend.
- Use 3/4 of the graham cracker mixture to cover a deep-dish pie pan. Press the mixture well with your fingers to cover the bottom and sides of the dish. Set aside the remaining mixture for later use.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove the pie crust from the oven and set it aside to cool.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325 F.
- In a heavy, medium saucepan , combine the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk in the milk and egg yolks, then place the pan over medium heat. Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and gently boil, or about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Continue cooking, whisking, until very thick, about 1 to 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat and whisk in the butter, a few pieces at a time. Stir in the vanilla and mix well.
- Pour the hot filling into the cooled graham cracker pie crust. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites at high speed until foamy.
- Add the cream of tartar and gradually add the sugar. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and gently fold.
- Spread the meringue mixture to top the prepared pie.
- Sprinkle with the reserved graham cracker mixture and place the pie in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the meringue is browned.
- Chill the pie for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 kcal, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 153 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 196 mg, Sugar 51 g, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 1 pie (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
HOMEMADE GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST
Instead of purchasing a crust, make this graham cracker crust recipe with just three everyday ingredients. -Janaan Cunningham
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 1 pie crust (9 inches).
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the crumbs and sugar; add butter and blend well. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate., Refrigerate for 30 minutes before filling, or bake at 375° until crust is lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack before filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FLAPPER PIE II
This pie has been in my family for years; I have no idea who created it, but it's my favorite. The pie cuts and the slices retain shape when thoroughly cooled--if you can resist that long!
Provided by CHATTY CATHY
Categories Desserts Pies Vintage Pie Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter until well blended. Reserve 1/2 cup of crumb mixture for the top of pie. Press remaining crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie plate.
- In the top of a double boiler, mix the egg yolks, 1/2 cup white sugar, the cornstarch and salt. Very slowly and gradually and while stirring constantly, add the milk. Continue to stir until the mixture come to a boil or the mixture becomes thick and smooth. Pour into pie crust.
- In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 1/4 cup white sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over pie, covering completely. Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 10 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown in spots. Allow to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 112.2 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 293.4 mg, Sugar 43.2 g
RITZ CRACKER PIE
Make and share this Ritz Cracker Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by B B Adams
Categories Pie
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- To stiffly beaten egg whites, add sugar, baking powder, pinch salt, crackers (crumble by hand for larger crumbs), of pecans and vanilla.
- Pour into lightly greased 9" pie pan.
- Bake 30 minutes at 325 degrees.
- Chill and serve with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.8, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 148.9, Carbohydrate 31.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 25.8, Protein 3.1
CRACKER PIE CRUST
I used RITZ® crackers to make this easy pie crust, but you could easily use a generic equivalent--any golden round crackers will do the trick! The slight saltiness from the crackers is a nice change from the norm. This pie crust is great for cheesecakes, no-bake pies, and more.
Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Stir together until evenly incorporated. Pour mixture into a 9-inch round pie dish. Press evenly over the bottom and up the sides of the dish using a glass.
- Bake in the oven until golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Let cool before adding filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 446.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
LEMON PIE II
This simple recipe can be served as is in a graham crust or you can dress it up with a strawberry or peach glaze. Either way, a little Cool Whip or whipped cream on top is good.
Provided by Jan Guinn
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix together the cream cheese, milk and lemon juice. Mix well and spread in graham crust. Chill until set, at least 2 hours, and top as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 67.8 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 321.5 mg, Sugar 38.4 g
CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE II
This is a favorite for the chocolate pecan lovers at our house!
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Pies Pecan Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, blend together the eggs, white sugar, brown sugar, flour, butter, corn syrup and vanilla.
- Add the chocolate chips and pecans; mix well and pour into pie crusts.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 785.1 calories, Carbohydrate 94 g, Cholesterol 123.5 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 377.9 mg, Sugar 49.4 g
GRASSHOPPER PIE II
This fluffy pie contains creme de menthe and creme de cacao.
Provided by Celia
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan combine evaporated milk and marshmallows. Stir over low heat until marshmallows are completely melted. Chill until mixture holds its shape when dropped from a spoon.
- Slowly pour creme de menthe and creme de cacao into marshmallow mixture while stirring constantly. Continue to stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Pour whipping cream into a large chilled mixing bowl. Add a few drops of green food coloring if desired. Whip cream until stiff. Gently fold whipped cream into marshmallow mixture.
- Spread mixture into pie crust. Chill overnight before serving. Garnish each slice with shaved chocolate and crushed peppermint if desired. Be sure to refrigerate any leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.3 calories, Carbohydrate 59.3 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 247.6 mg, Sugar 34.2 g
SODA CRACKER PIE
My grandmother was a wonderful cook. Even in her "town" house (as opposed to her farm house) she had two kitchens. One on the main floor for day to day cooking, and another in the basement for canning and preserving. After her death, my mother and I were cleaning out the cupboards in the basement kitchen. We found recipe box after recipe box. When my mom found this recipe, she almost did a cartwheel! I looked at the recipe and thought, "ok, this doesn't really sound all that good...." Mom told me, "wait til you try it!!" It's now one of my favorite desserts. The crust is dense and somewhat salty, which perfectly balances the creamy sweetness of the topping.
Provided by HeatherN
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325F and grease a 9" pie pan very well.
- Beat egg whites, slowly add sugar; beat until stiff.
- Add the rest of the ingredients.
- Pour into prepared pie plate.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- When cool, top with mixture of whipped cream and strawberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.9, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 5.7, Sodium 112.7, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 27.6, Protein 3.4
GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST II
This graham cracker crust is not as sweet as most others. It's simple and delicious, and can be used for almost any kind of pie. Best with pumpkin or chocolate!
Provided by sal
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Crumb Crusts
Time 14m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs and melted margarine. Place mixture in a 9 inch pie pan and press firmly into bottom and sides of pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 125.6 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CHERRY CHEESE PIE II
This is a sweet creamy pie with a cherry topping. Very easy and very good! You'll be glad you tried it!
Provided by Ginger
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in milk until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and vanilla, then pour whole mixture into graham cracker crust.
- Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours, or until set. Top with desired amount of pie filling before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68.7 g, Cholesterol 47.5 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 329.2 mg, Sugar 38.5 g
ANIMAL CRACKER PIE
I ran across this in my usual e-search for something interesting to a 6 year old picky eater. I don't think this will be a problem...and since I have animal crackers around I thought I'd take this on. Enjoy
Provided by TishT
Categories Pie
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place individual scoops of ice cream into the pie crust, forming a mountain of ice cream (with the center scoop as the highest point).
- Drizzle the"mountain" with hot fudge sauce and sprinkle with walnuts.
- Place animal crackers on top of each scoop and serve immediately.
- If not planning to.
- serve right away, then place the ice cream scoops into the crust, cover loosely, and store in the freezer.
- Just before serving, drizzle with hot fudge sauce, sprinkle with walnuts, and place the animal crackers on each scoop.
- This is really cute!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.7, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 466.2, Carbohydrate 63.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 31.5, Protein 5.5
Tips:
- Use a food processor to quickly and easily crush the crackers into fine crumbs.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can crush the crackers in a resealable plastic bag using a rolling pin.
- Be sure to press the cracker crumbs firmly into the pie plate to create a solid crust.
- When making the filling, be sure to whisk the eggs and sugar together until they are light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the milk to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and bake until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving.
Conclusion:
Cracker pie is a classic Southern dessert that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With its creamy, custard-like filling and buttery, crunchy crust, it's the perfect pie for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give cracker pie a try. You won't be disappointed!
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