Crushed Cookie Crust for Cheesecake

Crushed Cookie Crust for Cheesecake recipe videos

A crushed cookie crust is the classic, crumbly base for a cheesecake, typically made by mixing finely crushed cookies like graham crackers or digestive biscuits with melted butter and a touch of sugar. This simple mixture is pressed into the bottom of a pan to create a firm, flavorful foundation that contrasts with the creamy filling above. It is a staple in American-style cheesecake recipes.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This crust is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the cookies and the butter used as a binder. It provides quick energy and some dietary fiber, especially if whole-grain cookies are used, and a typical slice contributes roughly 150-200 calories to the dessert.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	190 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	24 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	150 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	20 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Potassium	50 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.0 mg
Folate	15 µg

Per 1/8 of a 9-inch crust (about 40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the graham cracker crust is a distinctly North American innovation, turning a simple, store-bought cookie into the essential textural counterpoint to rich cheesecake. Nutritionally, it's the part of the dessert that delivers the most concentrated source of refined carbs and saturated fat.