Farmhouse Fresh Homemade Crackers
Transform your snack game with these Farmhouse Fresh Homemade Crackers, a rustic yet incredibly satisfying treat that's perfect for any occasion! Made with a wholesome blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour, these crackers achieve the perfect balance of crispness and heartiness. A touch of sugar and baking powder adds subtle flavor and lift, while cold butter gives them a delicate, flaky texture. Easy-to-customize toppings like sea salt, cracked black pepper, sesame seeds, or dried herbs make each batch uniquely yours. These golden-brown crackers come together in just 35 minutes and are ideal for pairing with creamy dips, savory spreads, or your favorite artisan cheese. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a homemade alternative to store-bought snacks, these crackers are guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoons Baking powder
- 4 tablespoons Butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.5 cups Water (cold)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Optional toppings such as sea salt, cracked black pepper, sesame seeds, or dried herbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until it forms a smooth ball. Divide the dough into two equal portions for easier rolling.
Roll out one portion of the dough as thinly as possible (around 1/16 inch thick) on a floured surface. Thin dough produces crisp crackers.
Using a sharp knife, pizza cutter, or cookie cutter, cut the rolled-out dough into your desired cracker shapes. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each cracker.
Repeat the process with the second portion of dough.
Brush the tops of the crackers lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle with your desired toppings such as sea salt, black pepper, sesame seeds, or dried herbs for extra flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown and crispy. Check frequently to avoid overbaking.
Remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
Store the cooled crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy them on their own or paired with dips, spreads, or cheeses!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.0 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2030 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 448 mg | 10% | |
*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.
