Chocolate Cookie Crumb Crust
Transform your desserts with this irresistible Chocolate Cookie Crumb Crust—a buttery, rich, and perfectly crumbly base that elevates pies, cheesecakes, and no-bake treats to the next level. Made with finely ground chocolate cookies (Oreos without the filling or similar favorites), a touch of sugar, a pinch of salt, and luscious melted butter, this crust balances sweetness and a hint of decadence in every bite. Perfectly prepped in just 15 minutes, it can be baked for added structure or chilled for no-bake desserts, making it as versatile as it is indulgent. Whether you're crafting a creamy cheesecake or a silky chocolate tart, this easy, foolproof crust recipe guarantees a sturdy, delicious foundation for all your dessert dreams.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams chocolate cookies (like chocolate wafers or Oreo cookies, without filling)
- 85 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
Step 2
In a food processor, grind the chocolate cookies into fine crumbs. You should have approximately 1 and 3/4 cups of crumbs.
Step 3
Transfer the cookie crumbs to a mixing bowl and stir in the granulated sugar and salt until evenly combined.
Step 4
Pour the melted butter over the crumb mixture. Use a spoon or spatula to mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened and can hold their shape when pressed together.
Step 5
Pour the mixture into a 9-inch pie pan or the base of a springform pan. Use your fingers or the bottom of a measuring cup to press the crumbs firmly and evenly into the base and up the sides, if desired.
Step 6
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until it is set and slightly darker in color. Be careful not to overbake.
Step 7
Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before adding your filling.
Step 8
Optional: If using the crust for a no-bake dessert, skip baking and instead refrigerate the crust for at least 1 hour before filling to help it set.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (310.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1639.1 |
| Total Fat 109.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 185.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 745.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 165.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 105.1g | |
| Protein 14.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 84.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 351.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories