Our gluten-free graham cracker crust is super simple to make with only 4 ingredients. Use this crust in no-bake pie recipes or bake it for a crisp crunchy crust used in your favorite recipes.
You can now make a homemade crust with gluten-free graham crackers saving you the time of figuring out where to buy gluten-free graham cracker crust. We walk you step-by-step on how to create plus share our favorite recipes using the crust!
For more gluten-free desserts, our Dairy Free Sugar Cookies, Gluten-Free Pecan Pie, Gluten Free Vanilla Cupcake and Gluten Free Cookie Cake are all outstanding recipes!
Gluten-Free Graham Cracker Pie Crust
If you enjoy making graham cracker crust desserts, this recipe was meant for you! Even with minimal ingredients, the flavor of the crust is amazing.
We opted to use Schar gluten-free honey grams for our recipe. It was a simple yet delicious option to have this crust ready in under 30 minutes.
If preferred, you can make a batch of our Gluten Free Graham Crackers made with an almond flour blend and shortening. The addition of cinnamon, honey, and almond extract truly makes these graham crackers exceptional. Once baked and cooled, you’ll crush these gluten, dairy-free crackers then add the remaining ingredients.
Gather the equipment and ingredients to get started then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card below. Enjoy!
Equipment
- medium-sized bowl
- measuring cups and spoons
- stir spoon
- small microwave-safe bowl
- pie pan
Ingredients
- 5.6 ounce box gluten-free graham crackers, crushed about 2 cups crushed
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.
How To Make Graham Cracker Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Blend the ingredients
Add the crushed graham cracker to a medium-sized bowl. Add the sugar and salt. Stir. Pour in the melted butter and stir well.
Form the crust
Add the mixture to a pie pan. Use a measuring cup to press down the crust firmly. Use clean hands to gently press the outside crust together.
Bake
Bake for 8 minutes for a crisp crust or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to use as a no-bake graham cracker crust.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use this gluten-free pie crust as a cheesecake crust, to create lemon bars with graham cracker crust, to make a no-bake peanut butter pie or cheesecake bites.
Use a 9-inch pie pan or 8×8 baking dish with a single batch of this recipe. If looking to make a larger graham cracker dessert using a 9×13 pan, double this recipe then press firmly into the pan.
Yes! Whether making the no-bake or baked version, this crust can be made up to 3 days in advance and then stored in the fridge until ready to fill. You could also wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months if desired. Thaw the frozen crust overnight in the fridge prior to filling.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- Make a few baked graham cracker crusts then freeze to have on hand at all times
- Use the back of a spoon, bottom of a drinking cup or measuring cup to firmly press the crust into the pie plate
- Add 1 tsp of cinnamon, nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice or allspice to the ingredients for a flavored crust
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CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
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Gluten Free Graham Cracker Crust
Equipment
- medium-sized bowl
- small microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 5.6 ounce box gluten-free graham crackers, crushed about 2 cups crushed
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Blend the ingredients. Add the crushed graham cracker to a medium-sized bowl. Add the sugar and salt. Stir. Pour in the melted butter and stir well.5.6 ounce box gluten-free graham crackers, crushed, 1/3 cup butter, melted, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Form the crust. Add the mixture to a pie pan. Use a measuring cup to press down the crust firmly. Use clean hands to gently press the outside crust together.
- ⭐️Bake. Bake for 8 minutes for a crisp crust or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to use as a no-bake crust.
Notes
- Press firmly into pie pan to prevent the crust from falling apart when serving.
- Baking for 8 minutes or cooling for at least 30 minutes is necessary to prevent the crust from falling apart when serving.
- Make in advance to store in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Use store bought graham crackers or bake a batch of our homemade Gluten Free Graham Crackers.
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