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Cookie Crumb Crust
Homemade cookie crumb crusts are so easy to make and so much better than store-bought! Use this easy cookie crust recipe for pies, cheesecakes, and more!
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups* cookie crumbs
- 5 tablespoons (70 g) unsalted butter, melted**
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Instructions
- Combine the cookie crumbs and butter until thoroughly combined.
- Press into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch round pie pan.
For no-bake fillings:
- If baking the crust, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool before filling.
- If not baking the crust, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before filling.
For baked fillings:
- Follow the directions for the specific recipe to determine if the crust should be baked before baking the filling.
Notes
- *For those of us who like to measure ingredients by weight, keep in mind that there will be variations in how much different cookies weigh. You want this amount in volume. If you're using graham cracker crumbs, the weight is 175g.
- **I have occasionally found that some cookie crumbs need a little less butter to make a good crust mixture. If you're trying a new cookie for your crust, try adding 4 tablespoons of the butter and then adding more if needed.
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