Excellent graham cracker crust for pies (such as pumpkin pie). The toasted nuts are optional. Modified from source.
Source
http://www.joyofbaking.com/GrahamCrackerTartsWithCreamFilling.html
Notes
- A little bourbon flavor often goes well with pie fillings such Pumpkin Pie. Add about 3 to 4 tablespoons and perhaps an additional 1 to 2 graham crackers.
Ingredients
- 80 grams (5 to 6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 125 grams (1 ¼ cups) graham crackers
- 30 grams (2 tablespoons) granulated white sugar
- 40 grams (¼ cup) toasted nuts (pecans, walnuts)
Method
Toast Nuts
If using toasted nuts:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a single layer, spread nuts over parchment lined baking sheet.
- Bake in 5 minute increments, stirring at each increment.
- Toast nuts until they are golden in color and aromatic.
- Cool nuts to handle.
- Coarsely chop.
Combine
- Coarsely pulverize graham crackers.
- Add nuts (if using).
- Add sugar; stir to combine.
- Add melted butter.
- Stir to combine; mixture should be moist and coarse.
Press into pie pan
- Press mixture into 9" to 10" pie pan.
- Depending on use, you may opt to lightly press into a crust.