Crushed as a pie crust for cheesecake

Crushed as a pie crust for cheesecake recipe videos

Crushed as a pie crust for cheesecake is a classic dessert base made by blending crushed cookies or graham crackers with melted butter and sugar, then pressed into a pie dish and baked or chilled until firm. It originates from North American baking traditions, particularly popular in the United States and Canada, where it serves as the standard foundation for creamy cheesecakes. The crust provides a sweet, buttery contrast to the rich filling.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This crust is high in carbohydrates and fat due to the cookies and butter, with minimal protein. A typical serving provides around 150-200 calories, along with small amounts of iron and calcium from the fortified flour or graham crackers.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	120 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Potassium	60 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Phosphorus	50 mg
Zinc	0.4 mg
Selenium	5 mcg
Folate	15 mcg

Per 1 slice (about 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this crust represents a simple, no-bake or minimal-bake approach to dessert that became widespread in mid-20th century American home baking. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it transforms processed cookies into a structural component, adding texture and flavor while often being the most calorie-dense part of a cheesecake.