Homemade Pie Crusts with VariationsPosted by bettyboop50 at recipegoldmine.com 6/8/01 8:39:46 am Graham Cracker Crust 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 18 single crackers) 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/3 cup melted margarine 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) Mix together thoroughly. Press into 9-inch pie plate. Chill as is, or bake 350 degrees F for 8 minutes for firmer, crisper crust. Gingersnap Crust 1 1/2 cups crushed gingersnaps 6 tablespoons melted margarine Mix together thoroughly. Press into 9-inch pie plate. Chill. Crunchy Crust 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup quick oatmeal 1/2 cup chopped nuts 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup melted butter Mix together thoroughly. Press into 9-inch plate. Bake at 375 degrees F for about 12 minutes. Cool. Cornflake Crumb Crust 1 1/3 cups cornflakes crumbs (takes 3 cups cornflakes) 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 cup melted margarine Mix together thoroughly. Press into 9-inch plate. May use as is or bake at 375 degrees F for 5 to 7 minutes. Will hold up slightly better and has crisper taste when baked. Cocoa Crumb Crust 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar 6 tablespoons melted margarine Mix thoroughly and press in 9-inch pie plate. Bake at 350 degrees F for 8 minutes. Cool. |