Soda cracker pie is a beloved “make-do pie” that dates back to the Great Depression.

This Soda Cracker Pie is built on a base of whipped egg whites and baking powder.

Who has time to fuss around with a crust?

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This pie has 12 crushed crackers mixed right into the pie itself.

Ingredients

3egg whites + 1/2 tsp.

Make pie mixture:

Beat egg whites and baking powder until stiff.

Soda Cracker Pie - Southern Living

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Add sugar gradually until stiff.

Add crushed crackers, nuts, and vanilla.

Bake pie:

Bake for 20 minutes in a buttered Pyrex pie plate.