How to Make Graham Crackers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Graham crackers are a classic American snack that have been enjoyed for generations. These simple, mildly sweet biscuits are perfect for enjoying on their own, or for using as a base for a variety of desserts. Whether you're making a classic s'more, a graham cracker crust for a pie, or simply snacking on a handful with a glass of milk, graham crackers are a versatile and delicious treat.

Named after the inventor Sylvester Graham, who championed a diet of whole grains and vegetarianism...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup shortening
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 48 crackers

  • Cream together shortening and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Stir in vanilla. Combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; stir into creamed mixture alternately with milk. Cover and chill dough until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • Roll chilled dough out to 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 48 rectangles. Place 1/2 inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crisp and edges are golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove crackers from the baking sheet to cool on wire racks.
  • Nutrition

    119 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 74mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 59mg