Baking Ingredient | Vegetarian

Graham Wafer Crumb

Triticum aestivum Allergens: Wheat, Soy
Graham Wafer Crumb

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Whole Grain Wheat Flour, Sugar

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

Finely crushed graham crackers, primarily used as a base for cheesecakes, pies, and other dessert crusts.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Mildly Honey-like, Graham
TextureSandy, Fine, Crunchy (when mixed with fat)
AromaToasted, Cereal, Honey
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 30g
Calories450 kcal
Total Fat15 g
Saturated Fat3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein7 g
Total Carbohydrate70 g
Dietary Fiber4 g
Total Sugars25 g
Calcium40 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium100 mg

Chef’s Secret

For a crispier crust, lightly toast the graham crumbs in a dry pan before mixing with melted butter.

Substitutions

Best Match

Digestive Biscuit Crumbs

1:1

Very similar texture and mild sweetness, good for pie crusts.

Crushed Vanilla Wafers

1:1

Sweeter and less earthy, excellent for dessert crusts.

Crushed Shortbread Cookies

1:1

Richer, buttery flavor, works well for sweet crusts.

Crushed Pretzels

1:1

For a savory or salty-sweet contrast in a crust.

Buying Guide

Store in an airtight container to prevent staleness and moisture absorption.

Flavor Pairings

Cheesecake key lime pie s'mores fruit tarts chocolate pudding.