A simple, flavorful vanilla wafer pie crust, perfect for any creamy filling.
Vanilla Wafer Pie Crust
A simple, flavorful vanilla wafer pie crust, perfect for any creamy filling.
Equipment
- 8- or 9-inch pie dish,
- Food processor or resealable plastic bag
- Measuring cups and spoons
- oven
Ingredients
- Ground cinnamon: ¼ teaspoon
- Nondairy butter melted: ½ cup (112 g)
- Vanilla wafer cookies: 10 ounces 284 g
Instructions
- Crush vanilla wafer cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a resealable plastic bag and rolling over them.
- Mix ground cinnamon into the cookie crumbs.
- Pour the crumb mixture into the center of an 8- or 9-inch pie dish.
- Pour melted nondairy butter over the crumbs.
- Work the butter into the crumbs with your fingers until evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the sides and bottom of the dish to form a crust.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour to stiffen.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes.
- Fill with your favorite pie filling.
Notes & Wine Advice
Nutritional values variation:
It’s tricky to give exact nutritional values without knowing the precise brand of vanilla wafers and nondairy butter used, as those can vary. A generous estimate has been entered in Nutrition.Serving Tip:
Serve chilled with a creamy fruit filling, such as strawberry or banana cream.Wine Advice:
A sweet dessert wine like Moscato or a light-bodied Riesling pairs well with sweet pie fillings.Nutrition values
Calories: 1500 kcal | Carbohydrates: 250 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 70 g | Sugar: 150 g