Graham Cracker Puddin’ Pie Recipe 🥧
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Yield: 1 pie
Description:
Step into the heart of Maine’s cozy diners, and you’re likely to encounter this indulgent delight. Graham Cracker Puddin’ Pie embodies the essence of homemade comfort, with its creamy texture and irresistible flavor. A classic dessert that’s sure to captivate your taste buds!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | Graham cracker crumbs |
| 1/3 | Sugar |
| 1/3 | Butter |
| 2/3 | Sugar |
| 1/3 | Cornstarch |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 2 | Real vanilla |
| 2 | Butter |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 4 | Salt |
| 6 | Cream of tartar |
| 1/4 | Sugar |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 385.8
- Fat Content: 15.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 123.2mg
- Sodium Content: 390.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 54.9g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 42.8g
- Protein Content: 8.1g
Recipe Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Crush graham crackers: Place graham crackers in a ziplock bag and crush them using a rolling pin until fine crumbs form.
- Mix crumbs: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with 1/3 cup of sugar and softened butter. Mix well until the crumbs are coated evenly.
- Press into pan: Press the crumb mixture firmly into a deep-dish pie pan, covering the bottom and sides evenly.
- Bake crust: Bake the crust for 7 minutes in the preheated oven. Once baked, allow it to cool completely.
- Prepare filling: In a saucepan, combine 2/3 cup of sugar, cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks. Mix until well combined.
- Add milk: Gradually add warm milk to the sugar mixture, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Cook filling: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
- Add vanilla: Once thickened, remove the mixture from heat and stir in real vanilla extract. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Pour into crust: Pour the prepared filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Cover with butter: Gently spread a thin coating of butter over the surface of the filling. Let it cool.
- Prepare meringue: In a clean mixing bowl, beat room temperature egg whites, salt, and 1 cup of sugar until they form soft peaks.
- Add cream of tartar: Add cream of tartar to the mixture and continue beating until stiff peaks form and the meringue is glossy.
- Spread over pie: Carefully spread the meringue over the pie, making sure it touches the crust to prevent shrinking.
- Brown meringue: Place the pie under a preheated oven broiler and let the meringue brown slightly. Watch it closely as it only takes about a minute.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve slices of Graham Cracker Puddin’ Pie chilled or at room temperature.
- Pair with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Enjoy with a piping hot cup of coffee or a refreshing glass of cold milk for the perfect dessert experience.
