Gingersnap Crust

Prep: 10 min

Gingersnap crust offers a spicy, sweet, and crunchy base perfect for cheesecakes, pies, or layered desserts. Its bold ginger flavor pairs well with creamy fillings, making it an ideal choice for those who enjoy a spicy kick in their sweet treats. Suitable for various dessert creations.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 1 1/2 cups ground gingersnaps
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Melt butter or margarine in a small saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Stir in ground gingersnaps and granulated sugar.
  4. Press evenly into the bottom of an oiled, 9-inch spring-form pan and freeze until needed.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

426 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.4g 3% DV
Total Fat 27.5g 35% DV
Carbs 44.2g 16% DV
Fiber 0.6g 2% DV
Sugar 29.9g 60% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 139mg 6% DV
Potassium 87mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 19.5mg 2% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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