Quick Ritz Cracker Pie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pie Base
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3 egg whites
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1 cup granulated sugar
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23 Ritz crackers
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1 cup chopped pecans
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Topping
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8 oz frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grab a 9-inch pie plate and grease it with nonstick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
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In a medium mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer starting on low speed until they get foamy. Then crank up the speed while slowly adding the sugar.
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Once all the sugar is mixed in, turn the mixer to high and keep beating until you get stiff peaks - the egg whites should stand up straight when you lift the beaters.
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Crush those Ritz crackers roughly with your hands - you want pieces, not dust. Gently fold the cracker pieces, chopped pecans, and vanilla into the whipped egg whites.
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Spread this unusual mixture into your greased pie pan and pop it in the oven until it turns lightly golden, about 25-30 minutes.
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Let the pie cool completely to room temperature, then spread the thawed whipped topping over the entire surface.
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You can slice and serve it right away, or chill it in the fridge for a couple hours to firm up even more before serving.
# Notes:
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Despite its strange ingredient list, this pie has an amazing flavor that resembles pecan pie but with a unique texture.
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The saltiness from the Ritz crackers balances perfectly with the sweetness of the sugar and the nuttiness of the pecans.
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This is a great dessert for when you need something impressive but don't have a lot of ingredients on hand.