Description
Homemade graham crackers bring nostalgic comfort with their sweet, crunchy perfection straight from your kitchen. Crisp edges and warm cinnamon notes promise a delightful snack you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) whole wheat flour
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, cold & cubed
Sweeteners:
- 1/3 cup (75 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) honey
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
Liquid:
- 3–4 tablespoons (45–60 milliliters) water, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350F (175C) and arrange parchment paper on two baking sheets to ensure a non-stick surface.
- Combine whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt in a spacious mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Dice cold butter into small cubes and integrate into the flour mixture, using a pastry cutter or fingertips to create a crumbly texture.
- Gradually introduce honey and water, stirring until the ingredients cohesively bind into a uniform dough.
- Dust a clean work surface with flour and roll the dough to approximately 1/8-inch thickness, creating an even consistency.
- Slice the dough into squares or preferred geometric shapes using a sharp knife or pastry wheel.
- Carefully transfer the cut crackers onto prepared baking sheets, maintaining slight separation between pieces.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, monitoring until edges turn a delicate golden hue and surfaces appear crisp.
- Remove from oven and allow crackers to cool completely on wire racks, ensuring they develop a satisfying crunch before serving or storing.
Notes
- Chill butter beforehand to ensure a perfectly crumbly texture and prevent overmixing the dough.
- Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife for clean, even edges when cutting graham cracker shapes.
- Experiment with alternative flour options like almond or gluten-free blends for dietary restrictions.
- Sprinkle cinnamon or raw sugar on top before baking to enhance flavor and create a delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg