Homemade crackers are a versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own, with cheese or dip, or even used as a base for other dishes. They are also a great way to use up leftover dough or bread. This article provides recipes for three different types of homemade whole-grain crackers: basic whole-grain crackers, rosemary and sea salt crackers, and cheesy whole-grain crackers. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give one of these recipes a try.
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WHEAT CRACKERS
This thin wheat cracker is simple and thrifty to make. It will taste great with almost any dip or spread, and they will have much more character than factory made crackers.
Provided by Ray Anne
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Cracker Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, stir together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Pour in the vegetable oil and water; mix until just blended.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough as thin as possible - no thicker than 1/8 inch. Place dough on an ungreased baking sheet, and mark squares out with a knife, but don't cut through. Prick each cracker with a fork a few times, and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until crisp and light brown. Baking time may be different depending on how thin your crackers are. When cool, remove from baking sheet, and separate into individual crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 55.2 mg
HOMEMADE ORANGE MARMALADE AND HAND-ROLLED WHOLE-GRAIN CRACKERS
Provided by Nancy Fuller
Categories appetizer
Time 3h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the oranges in a saucepan with the sugar, 5 cups water, the lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally until the marmalade gels and thickens and a candy thermometer inserted in the marmalade reads 222 degrees F, about 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Ladle the marmalade into 4 hot half-pint canning jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe around the edges of the jar and place the lid in the center. Screw on the bands until tight, then place the jars in a canner filled with boiling water. The jar tops should be covered by 1 to 2 inches of water. Process for 10 minutes, then remove and set aside to cool.
- Serve the orange marmalade with Hand-Rolled Whole-Grain Crackers.
- Hand-Rolled Whole-Grain Crackers:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place a rack in the center of the oven. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the almonds until finely ground. Then add the flour, salt, nutmeg and cloves and pulse again. While running the processor, add 1/3 cup water and the oil until combined and crumbly. Remove the cracker dough and form into a ball and place on a sheet of plastic wrap.
- Roll the dough between two pieces of plastic wrap to 1/8-inch thick. Cut into any shape using a rolling crinkle cutter, and then transfer to the prepared baking sheet, placing the crackers 1-inch apart. Brush some oil on top of the crackers and sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top. Pierce the cracker dough with a fork so they don't puff up. Bake until crisp and golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Yield: about 24 crackers
WHOLE WHEAT SEEDED CRACKERS
Making these big, pleasantly scraggy crackers involves nothing more elaborate than a basic whole wheat flour dough and a quick toast in the oven. Great on their own, the speckled snacks are even more enticing on a cheese board next to a wheel of something creamy.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes four 10-by-4 1/2-inch crackers
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Mix flour, seeds, and salt together in a bowl. Stir in oil and 6 to 8 tablespoons water and knead until dough forms a ball. Divide dough into quarters and pat each one into a rectangle. Roll into a 10-by-4 1/2-inch rectangle 1/8-inch thick.
- In a small bowl, mix honey with 3 teaspoon water and brush over crackers. Prick crackers several times with a fork and sprinkle with desired toppings. Bake, rotating once, until crackers are golden brown and crisp, 20 to 22 minutes. Let cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 239 g
LOW-SODIUM WHOLE-GRAIN CRACKERS
Trust me- you won't miss the salt in these crackers. I have no idea where I got this recipe, but these are sooo good. I love them. I have no idea what to compare the taste to; so you'll just have to try it yourself and find out! :]
Provided by Shelby
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 48m
Yield 64 small triangle crackers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In medium bowl, stir together first 5 ingredients. Add water and oil. Using rubber spatula stir until dough forms. Gather dough into a ball. Divide dough in half.
- On lightly floured surface, roll out each dough half to a 14 inch square. Cut each square into 3 1/2 inch squares, then cut each smaller square diagonally in half to form triangles. You may have to add a little water in every now and then if it gets too dry. Place triangles, 1/2 inches apart, on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake in 350 degree oven for 18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from baking sheets; cool on racks. Store in airtight container. Makes 64 crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.5, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 0.4, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 1
Tips:
- Use a food processor or blender to make the dough. This will save you time and effort, and it will also help to ensure that the dough is evenly mixed.
- If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can mix the dough by hand. Just be sure to mix it thoroughly until it is well combined.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little water. If the dough is too wet, add a little flour.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. If the dough is too thick, the crackers will be tough. If the dough is too thin, the crackers will be too crispy.
- Use a sharp knife or pastry wheel to cut the dough into crackers. If you don't have a sharp knife or pastry wheel, you can use a pizza cutter.
- Bake the crackers in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes. The crackers are done when they are golden brown.
- Let the crackers cool completely before storing them. The crackers will keep in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Whole grain crackers are a healthy and delicious snack that is easy to make at home. They are a good source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Whole grain crackers are also low in calories and sugar, making them a good choice for people who are trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy lifestyle. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own homemade whole grain crackers that are sure to please everyone.
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