Easy Gingersnap Pie Crust (2024)

Ingredients and substitutions

Here are a few quick notes about the main ingredients in this recipe. You can see a complete ingredient list and instructions in the recipe card below.

Gingersnap cookies- Crunchy gingersnap cookies instead ofsoft and chewy homemade gingersnap cookieswork best here. To ensure this remains a vegan gluten-free pie crust, use store-bought cookies that are free from both.

I've used Lucy's andMi-Delbrands with success. You can find most gluten-free cookies at your local grocery store in the regular cookie aisle or in a designated gluten-free section.

Butter or vegan butter- To keep things dairy-free while adding a buttery flavor to the crust, choose vegan butter. If dairy is not a concern, you can use unsalted butter.

Organic cane sugar- Just a little bit of this vegan-friendly sweetener goes a long way to a delicious gingersnap crust.

Step-by-step instructions

Before you start:Grease a 9-inch pie plate or pie pan. Set aside.

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Step 1:Break cookies in half as you put in them in the bowl of a food processor. Add cane sugar. Pulse to break up cookies and then continuously process until they are broken down into fine crumbs.

Step 2:Add melted butter as you pulse the gingersnap crumbs until evenly incorporated (should resemble wet sand). Add additional tablespoon melted butter to the crust mixture if needed.

Step 3:Transfer crumb mixture to the prepared pie plate. Press crust crumbs into even layer on the bottom and up the sides. Use the flat bottom of a cup to help pack and smooth sides and bottom. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.

Step 4:Preheat the oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.Bake the gingersnap cookie crust for 10-12 minutes. It will start to turn golden. It's a good idea to let it cool completely before filling.

How to store

If you are not ready to use the gingersnap crumb crust once it has cooled to room temperature, wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

How to serve

This simple pie crust is just as delicious with a creamy pumpkin pie filling as it is with a vegan custard filling with fresh berries. A perfect addition to the Thanksgiving table or any holiday celebration.

And to help prep with Thanksgiving day and or any holiday season dinner, this crust can be made ahead of time.A dollop of whipped cream or homemade caramel sauce are great garnishes for almost any pie filling you use with this crust.

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