Craving a delectable dessert that combines the savory crunch of pretzels with the sweet, buttery flavor of graham crackers? Look no further than the pretzel graham cracker pie crust! This innovative crust is not only easy to make but also adds a unique twist to your favorite pies, tarts, and cheesecakes. Whether you prefer a salty-sweet combination or simply want to explore new flavor profiles, the pretzel graham cracker pie crust is sure to impress your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this irresistible crust that will elevate your desserts to the next level.
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GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST I
This goes great with many pies.
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Crumb Crusts
Time 17m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter or margarine, and cinnamon until well blended . Press mixture into an 8 or 9 inch pie plate.
- Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 7 minutes. Cool. If recipe calls for unbaked pie shell, just chill for about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 13.2 g
PRETZEL CRUST
Adds a salty and crunchy element to any pie. Makes a 9x13 inch pie crust, but recipe may be modified for use with a 9 inch pie dish.
Provided by TICKY TICKY TAMMY
Categories Desserts Pies 100+ Pie Crust Recipes Crumb Crusts
Time 15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together margarine, sugar and pretzels. Press the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake in oven for 10 minutes; fill with desired pie filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 216.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 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.
CHOCOLATE PIE WITH PRETZEL CRUST
Make and share this Chocolate Pie With Pretzel Crust recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mercy
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the crust ingredients together.
- Press half of the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake at 350°F for 8 minutes.
- For the filling, combine the sugar, cornstarch, milk and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler.
- Cook over boiling water until the mixture has thickened, stirring constantly.
- Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
- Stir a bit of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks in order to temper (raise the temperature of) the eggs and keep them from scrambling.
- Add the tempered yolks to the chocolate mixture, stirring constantly and thoroughly.
- Cool the mixture.
- Add the vanilla extract to the chocolate and mix thoroughly.
- Pour the chocolate filling into the pretzel crust.
- Top with the remaining pretzel mixture.
- Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.3, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 101.8, Sodium 727.5, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 22.9, Protein 9.7
Tips:
- Use a food processor to crush the pretzels and graham crackers into fine crumbs. This will help the crust to hold together better.
- Be sure to press the crust mixture firmly into the pie plate. This will help to prevent the crust from cracking.
- If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch springform pan. Just be sure to line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper before pressing in the crust mixture.
- Chill the crust for at least 30 minutes before filling it. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- You can use any type of pie filling you like with this crust. Some popular options include chocolate, vanilla, and fruit.
Conclusion:
Pretzel graham cracker pie crust is a delicious and easy-to-make alternative to traditional pie crust. It's perfect for any type of pie, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new pie crust recipe, give this one a try.
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