Indulge in the creamy goodness of this homemade graham cracker pudding pie. This classic American dessert is quick and easy to make, perfect for any occasion. The smooth and luscious pudding filling layered with a sweet graham cracker crust will surely satisfy your dessert cravings. Add a dollop of whipped cream on top for an extra treat. This recipe takes just a few minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy days when you want a delightful dessert without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for topping
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix well until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish, forming a crust.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- In a saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, flour, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the pudding mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust.
- Smooth the top using a spatula and let the pie cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream.
