Crackers Just Like Saltines Homemade
Recreate the classic crunch of store-bought saltines with this easy and satisfying recipe for homemade saltine-style crackers! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and butter, these lightly golden crackers are rolled thin for the perfect crisp texture. A sprinkle of kosher salt on top adds that signature savory finish, while the pricked fork marks ensure a flawless appearance and even baking. Whether you're pairing them with your favorite soups, topping them with cheese spreads, or enjoying them solo, these crackers bring the best of homemade comfort to your snack table. Ready in under 40 minutes, they’re a must-try recipe for fans of classic saltine crackers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.5 cup water (cold)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the cold water and vegetable oil to the bowl. Stir until the dough comes together, being careful not to overmix.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead just a few times until smooth.
Divide the dough into two portions for easier handling. Roll out each portion as thinly as possible (about 1/16 inch) using a rolling pin.
Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into small squares, about 2 inches by 2 inches, to resemble saltine crackers.
Prick each square with a fork to create the signature cracker texture and prevent puffing during baking.
Lightly brush the tops of the crackers with water and sprinkle kosher salt evenly across them.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crackers are light golden brown and crisp. Rotate the baking sheets halfway through for even baking.
Remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.6 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.3 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 4761 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.2 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.
