Soda crackers, a ubiquitous pantry staple, are a versatile culinary companion that seamlessly blends simplicity and practicality. These humble biscuits, often overlooked amidst their more flamboyant counterparts, possess an understated charm that belies their remarkable versatility. Whether enjoyed solo or as an accompaniment to cheese, dips, or soups, their delicate crunch and mild flavor serve as a culinary canvas for a myriad of culinary creations.
This comprehensive guide takes you on a delightful journey into the world of homemade soda crackers, empowering you to craft these delectable treats in your own kitchen. With three distinct recipes catering to varying dietary preferences and skill levels, you'll discover the joy of creating these classic crackers from scratch. Embark on this culinary adventure and elevate your snacking experience with the irresistible allure of freshly baked soda crackers, tailored to your unique taste and dietary needs.
OLD-FASHIONED SODA CRACKERS
When I was in Mexico, one of the silliest but best things I remember eating, were homemade soda crackers that were served with our meal. They were still warm right out of the oven, and heavenly. We had them in a quaint little restaurant in a village called Taxco. These are just like them! It makes a lot, but you won't believe how quickly you'll go through them!!
Provided by Wildflour
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 8 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt.
- Cut in butter til crumbly.
- Add water, stir just until mixed.
- Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface and knead til thoroughly mixed. About 3 minutes.
- Roll out dough, a fourth at a time, on well-floured surface to 1/8" thickness.
- Cut into 2" squares.
- Place 1" apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Prick 2 or 3 times with a fork, then sprinkle with salt.
- Bake in preheated 350º oven for 20-25 minutes or til lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.7, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 328, Carbohydrate 53.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 7.4
SODA CRACKER COOKIES
Crackers topped with chocolate and nuts. Try using almonds in place of the walnuts.
Provided by Sharon Gerstman
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a 15 x 10 inch baking pan with foil and grease it well. Line the pan with soda crackers.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and cook stirring it until it dissolves. Bring to a boil and cook about 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Immediately pour mixture over the soda crackers.
- Bake for 3 to 5 minutes or until the mixture starts to bubble. Spread the chocolate chips over the hot cookies. Let set for a minute. Spread the chocolate evenly. Sprinkle with nuts. Let cool, then cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 139.7 mg, Sugar 17.1 g
HOMEMADE SODA CRACKERS
Try these homemade soda crackers and you'll never go back to the store-bought ones.Recipe courtesy Chuck Hughes
Provided by Chuck Hughes
Categories Healthy
Time 10h20m
Yield 15 large crackers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the warm water; stir to dissolve and let stand for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt and baking soda. Add the yeast mixture and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon to blend. If the dough is sticky, add sprinkles of flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough until it is soft and has an elastic consistency, about 5 minutes. Add sprinkles of flour to control the stickiness. If using a mixer or a food processor, the dough will form a soft ball around the revolving dough hook and clean the sides of the bowl. Add flour, if necessary, to firm up the dough.
- Drop the dough into a buttered bowl, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to rest for at least 1 hour and up to 18 hours (the longer the better.).
- Arrange the rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- With a heavy rolling pin, roll the dough into a rectangle about 18 by 6 inches and no thicker than 1/8-inch. Fold the dough from the short ends, brushing off the excess flour, to make 3 layers for extra flaky crackers. Roll again using the rolling pin.
- Prick the dough with the tines of a fork to help cook evenly. Evenly cut the dough along the edge of a ruler or yardstick with a pizza or cookie cutter into desired shapes.
- Place the crackers close together on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle lightly with salt from 12-inches above the crackers to distribute evenly.
- Bake until lightly browned and crisp, 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the crackers. Check the crackers several times during the baking period to make certain those on the outer edge of the baking sheet are not getting too brown. If so, switch the ones on the outside with the ones in the middle.
- Remove from the oven and brush the crackers with melted butter. Let cool on a metal rack.
- Variations:.
- Sesame-Onion Crackers:.
- Add to the dough, with the dry ingredients, 4 teaspoons each sesame seeds and grated onion.
- Herb Crackers:.
- Add to the dough, with the dry ingredients, 4 teaspoons each chopped fresh parsley and chives and 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed.
- Poppy Seed Crackers:.
- Add to the dough, with the dry ingredients, 2 teaspoons poppy seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.8, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 4.1, Sodium 133.8, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.5, Protein 1.5
Tips:
- Work quickly to combine the dough, as overworking it will result in tough crackers.
- Use chilled butter and shortening for a flakier dough.
- Roll the dough out thinly to get crispy crackers.
- Score the crackers before baking to help them rise evenly.
- Bake the crackers until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Let the crackers cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Conclusion:
These homemade soda crackers are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for packing in lunches, serving at parties, or simply enjoying as a snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own delicious soda crackers at home.
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