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

There's something undeniably satisfying about a good cracker. Whether you're snacking on them with a dip, cheese, or just on their own, a well-made cracker can elevate any platter or snack spread. And while there are many types of crackers available in the stores, there's something special about making your own from scratch. Not only do homemade crackers taste fresher and more flavorful, but you also have full control over the ingredients, allowing you to create a cracker that perfectly suits...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup wheat germ
  • ¼ cup ground flax seed
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
  • 1 tablespoon parsley flakes
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • kosher salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 1/2 pounds of crackers

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix whole wheat and all-purpose flours, wheat germ, flax seed, poppy seeds, onion flakes, parsley flakes, basil, oregano, garlic salt, baking powder, paprika, and cayenne together in a large bowl.
  • Combine water, olive oil, and sesame oil in another bowl; add to the dry ingredients and stir until dough is just moistened and easy to handle. Gather into a ball and divide into 4 equal sections.
  • Roll 2 sections into thin sheets and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Prick with a fork or dough docker and cut into squares of desired size with a pizza cutter or pastry edger. Sprinkle with kosher salt.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes; watch carefully so crackers do not burn. Remove from the oven and transfer to wire racks to cool.
  • Repeat steps 4 and 5 with remaining dough.
  • Nutrition

    133 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 98mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 89mg