Used as a crust for no-bake cheesecake or pie

Used as a crust for no-bake cheesecake or pie recipe videos

This is a classic crumb crust, most commonly made from crushed graham crackers mixed with melted butter and a touch of sugar. It serves as a simple, no-bake base for cheesecakes, cream pies, and other chilled desserts, originating from North American home baking traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This crust is primarily a source of carbohydrates and fat, with the butter contributing significantly to its calorie content. A typical slice provides quick energy and some dietary fiber, but is generally low in protein and other essential nutrients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	479 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	58 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	34 g
Sodium	300 mg
Iron	4.0 mg
Magnesium	60 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Thiamine (B1)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.0 mg

Per 1 cup (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a hallmark of convenient, mid-20th century American dessert-making, prized for its ease and no-oven requirement. Nutritionally, its high fat and sugar content makes it an indulgent, energy-dense component rather than a nutrient-rich one.