Common Crackers
Crisp, golden, and utterly satisfying, these homemade Common Crackers are the perfect blend of simplicity and flavor. Made from scratch with just a handful of pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, butter, and baking powder—these crackers are delightfully versatile and easy to prepare. The dough comes together with minimal effort before being rolled out thin and baked to perfection. Customize them with optional toppings like coarse salt, sesame seeds, or fresh herbs for added flair and flavor. Whether served alongside cheese, soup, or as a standalone snack, these light and crunchy crackers are a crowd-pleaser your family will love. Ready in under an hour, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. Perfect for meal prepping or entertaining, this recipe is a must-try for any home baker!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Cold water
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- Optional toppings (e.g., coarse salt, sesame seeds, or herbs)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.
Cut in the cold, unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork until the dough begins to come together. You may not need the full 1/2 cup of water.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Divide the dough in half, then roll out each portion very thin (about 1/16 inch) on a floured surface using a rolling pin.
Using a knife, pizza cutter, or cookie cutter, cut the dough into your desired cracker shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
Optionally, sprinkle your crackers with coarse salt, sesame seeds, or herbs to enhance their flavor and texture.
Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp.
Let the crackers cool completely on a wire rack before serving or storing in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.3 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2988 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.2 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 269 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
