Step 1

Crush graham crackers in the bowl of a food processor or in a resealable plastic bag using a meat mallet or rolling pin or a heavy pot.

Step 3

You need 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs for a 9-inch pie.

Step 5

Add sugar and pulse again or shake bag thoroughly.

Step 7

Melt butter and add to crumb mixture in food processor or bag. Pulse or shake and mix until well combined.

Step 9

Press crumbs into a pie plate. Use the bottom of a measuring cup or a glass to press firmly into the plate.

Step 11

Chill pie in a freezer or refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes.

Step 13

Bake at 350 for 15 minutes or before crust browns.

Step 15

Let rest at room temperature. As the crust cools, it wil firm up.

Step 17

Store for later use or fill with a pie filling, such as Key Lime Pie or a custard pie.