Chocolate Cookie Crust: The Perfect Base for Your Favorite Desserts
When it comes to pie crusts, graham crackers are a classic choice, but for those with a sweet tooth, a chocolate cookie crust is the ultimate indulgence. Imagine a rich, velvety Espresso Mud Pie, a decadent Basic Chocolate Mousse, or a show-stopping Marble Cheesecake Bar, all perched atop a crunchy, chocolatey foundation.
The Ideal Cookie Choice
For this recipe, Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers are the top pick. If you’re in a pinch, you can substitute with Oreo cookies, but be sure to scrape out the cream filling first.
Easy as Pie (Crust)
This recipe yields one 9-inch pie crust and requires only 20 minutes of active time. With a difficulty level of “easy,” it’s perfect for bakers of all skill levels.
Gather Your Ingredients
- 30 chocolate cookie wafers (such as Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick), melted and cooled
Transforming Cookies into Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F and position a rack in the middle. Next, process the cookies in a food processor until they resemble peas in size. Add the melted butter and continue processing until the crumbs are fine, similar to coarsely ground coffee. Alternatively, place the cookies in a resealable plastic bag, smash them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin, and then mix with melted butter.
Assembling the Crust
Transfer the crumb mixture to a 9-inch pie plate and press it firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides using the bottom of a cup or your fingers. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until fragrant, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely before filling.
With this chocolate cookie crust recipe, the possibilities are endless. Get creative and enjoy!
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