Vanilla Wafer Pie Crust

Transform your desserts with this buttery, golden Vanilla Wafer Pie Crust, an easy and flavorful homemade alternative to traditional crusts. Made with crushed vanilla wafer cookies, a touch of granulated sugar, and melted unsalted butter, this quick crust comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in 8 minutes. Its subtly sweet, crumbly texture makes it the ideal base for a variety of pies, from creamy no-bake cheesecakes to rich chocolate mousse creations. The recipe delivers a sturdy yet tender crust that holds its shape beautifully and enhances any filling with its delicate vanilla essence. Perfect for beginner and experienced bakers alike, this versatile crust adds a delightful homemade touch to your desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 200 grams Vanilla wafer cookies
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 85 grams Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Place the vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. You should have about 1 ¾ cups of crumbs.

Step 3

Transfer the cookie crumbs to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar to the crumbs and mix until evenly combined.

Step 5

Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop.

Step 6

Pour the melted butter over the cookie crumb mixture and stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie pan. Press the crumbs evenly along the bottom and up the sides of the pan using the flat bottom of a glass or a measuring cup to compact it firmly.

Step 8

Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for 8 minutes. This will help set the crust and enhance its flavor.

Step 9

Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely before filling it with your desired pie filling.

Step 10

If using for a no-bake dessert, ensure the crust is completely cool and firm before adding the filling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(225g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	984.1

Total Fat 27.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 722.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 80.6g
Protein 5.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 56.1mg	0%
Iron 0mg	0%
Potassium 112.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.7%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 72.0%