Chocolate Cookie Crust
Transform your desserts with this easy and irresistible chocolate cookie crust, the ultimate base for your favorite pies, cheesecakes, and no-bake treats! Made with just three simple ingredients—crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, melted butter, and a touch of optional sugar—this crust is as versatile as it is delicious. The recipe gives you the flexibility to either bake it for a sturdier, more robust texture or chill it for a quick no-bake option. Perfectly sweet and effortlessly rich, this crust combines the iconic flavor of chocolate cookies with a buttery finish, creating a flawless foundation for creamy fillings like mousse, custard, or ice cream pies. Ready in just 10 minutes and customizable to your needs, this chocolate cookie crust is a must-have recipe for any dessert lover!
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Ingredients
- 24 cookies chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) if baking the crust is desired.
Step 2
Place the chocolate sandwich cookies (filling included) in a food processor. Pulse until the cookies turn into fine crumbs. Alternatively, place the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin until finely ground.
Step 3
Transfer the cookie crumbs to a mixing bowl. If you're using granulated sugar for extra sweetness, stir it into the crumbs at this stage.
Step 4
Pour the melted butter over the crumbs and mix thoroughly with a spatula or spoon until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture resembles damp sand.
Step 5
Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan or springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or a flat glass to help pack the crust tightly for stability.
Step 6
For a no-bake crust, refrigerate the crust for at least 1 hour to set before filling.
Step 7
For a baked crust, place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 8–10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before adding any filling.
Step 8
Once cooled (or chilled for a no-bake version), the chocolate cookie crust is ready to be filled with your desired filling, whether it's cheesecake, mousse, or a creamy pie!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (374.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1954.4 |
| Total Fat 123.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1054.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 219.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 133.8g | |
| Protein 8.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 95.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 406.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories