Crushed and used as a pie crust topping

Crushed and used as a pie crust topping recipe videos

A crumbly, buttery topping made from crushed cookies, graham crackers, or pastry, typically used to add texture and sweetness to fruit pies, cream pies, or cheesecakes. Common ingredients include flour, sugar, butter, and sometimes oats or nuts. This style of topping is widely used in American and British baking, often as a simpler alternative to a full pastry crust.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Generally high in carbohydrates and fat, with moderate protein if nuts or oats are included. A typical serving (about 1/4 cup) provides roughly 150-200 calories, along with some fiber, iron, and calcium depending on the base ingredient.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	140 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	180 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Folate	30 mcg
Calcium	20 mg
Phosphorus	35 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg

Per 1/4 cup (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

This topping is a clever way to use leftover or stale cookies, reducing food waste while adding a crunchy contrast to soft fillings. It also allows for easy customization, as different crumbs can create unique flavor profiles, from chocolatey to nutty.