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A pie tin with gluten-free graham cracker crust in it.

Gluten-Free Graham Cracker Crust

Simple and reliable, this gluten-free graham cracker crust requires just a few ingredients. It's perfect for both baked and no-bake desserts. Whether you're using a standard pie dish, tart mold, springform, or a regular baking pan, this gluten-free crust delivers consistent results every time. It’s ready in under 20 minutes, making it a must-try for all of your pie, cheesecake, and tart recipes!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 1 9-inch pie crust
Calories: 252kcal
Author: Megan

Ingredients

  • 8 oz gluten-free graham crackers (which will yield approximately 1 3/4 cups of crumbs)
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (66g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted (85g))

Instructions

  • Add the gluten-free graham crackers to a food processor. Process until finely ground.
  • Place the gluten-free graham cracker crumbs in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the brown sugar, salt and any optional flavorings, like cinnamon. Stir to combine.
  • Pour in the melted butter. Stir until combined and the graham crackers are completely moistened and the crust mixture resembles wet sand.
  • Pour the graham cracker mixture into your pie dish or baking dish. Use a 9-inch pie dish, 9-inch tart pan, 8-inch square baking dish, or 9-inch springform pan (see notes).
  • Press to the bottom and sides of the pie pan until even. You can use your hands or the bottom of a measuring cup to get an even layer.
  • For a baked graham cracker crust, bake the crust at 350°F (177°C) for 8-10 minutes, until the crust is fragrant and lightly browned. Let cool briefly for 5-10 minutes, before filling as instructed in your specific recipe.
  • For a no-bake gluten-free graham cracker crust, place the pie crust in the refrigerator and chill until ready to serve. A no-bake pie crust is more delicate than a baked one, so you'll want to keep it chilled until just before serving so it doesn't fall apart.

Notes

  • The nutrition calculation is based on 8 servings and is an approximation.
  • This crust perfectly fits a regular 9-inch pie plate, an 8-inch square pan, a 9-inch tart mold, or a 9-inch springform pan. For cheesecakes that require the crust to fully line the springform's sides, consider using twice the recipe amount. Any extra crust mix can either be turned into petite crusts using muffin cups for single-serving desserts or stored in the freezer for future use.
  • If you have celiac disease or are on a gluten-free diet for any reason, always be sure to double check your ingredients to ensure they are gluten-free.
  • I've tested this recipe with both my homemade gluten-free graham crackers and Kinnikinnick Gluten-Free S'moreables Graham Style Crackers which comes in an 8 oz box. I use the entire box, which gets me about 1 3/4 cups of crumbs. Kinnikinnick also sells Graham Style Cracker Crumbs, but I tend to have the graham crackers on hand because they are more versatile. 
  • I love the flavor of brown sugar in this recipe because it makes the pie crust take on a more caramelized flavor, but you can also use granulated sugar or even coconut sugar if you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 244mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
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