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Homemade Everything Crackers Recipe

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Crispy, flavorful homemade Everything Crackers made from a blend of all-purpose, whole wheat, and rye flours. These thin crackers are coated with a savory mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried onion, garlic, and other spices, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a snack or accompaniment to dips and cheeses.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 16 servings

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup rye flour
  • 6 ½ tablespoons warm water (6 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

Seasoning Blend

  • 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoons black sesame seeds
  • 4 teaspoons dried onion flakes
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons flake sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon nigella seeds
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • ½ teaspoon caraway seeds

Topping

  • 1 egg white

Instructions

  1. Make the dough: In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rye flour, warm water, olive oil, honey, and fine sea salt. Mix together and knead until the dough forms a smooth ball. If crumbly, add more water; if sticky, add more flour as needed.
  2. Chill the dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours to let it rest and firm up.
  3. Prepare seasoning blend: In a separate bowl, combine white sesame seeds, black sesame seeds, dried onion flakes, dried minced garlic, flake sea salt, nigella seeds, poppy seeds, and caraway seeds. This Everything seasoning can be stored in an airtight container for months if made ahead.
  4. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Position oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven, preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  5. Divide dough: Cut the dough in half. Return one half to the fridge while working with the other half. Then cut that half into four smaller pieces to roll out individually.
  6. Roll out dough: Roll each piece into a thin oblong rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Aim for very thin – use a rolling pin or pasta roller to about thickness setting #6 out of 8.
  7. Arrange dough on baking sheets: Lay two dough rectangles side by side (not overlapping) on each prepared baking sheet.
  8. Apply egg wash and seasoning: Whisk the egg white with 1 teaspoon of water until frothy. Brush a thin layer evenly over the dough. Generously sprinkle the Everything seasoning over the top, pressing lightly or rolling over gently with the rolling pin to make it stick.
  9. Bake crackers: Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, rotating the pans top-to-bottom and front-to-back halfway through. Watch closely to avoid overbaking – the garlic can become bitter if overcooked. Remove when crackers are lightly golden and crisp.
  10. Cool and repeat: Let the crackers cool on a rack. Repeat the rolling, topping, and baking steps with the remaining dough.
  11. Storage: Once cooled, store crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain crispness.

Notes

  • You can substitute rye flour with additional whole wheat or all-purpose flour if unavailable.
  • For extra crispiness, roll the dough as thin as possible.
  • Keep a close eye during baking to prevent burning, especially of garlic flakes which can turn bitter.
  • The seasoning blend can be made in large batches and stored airtight for future use.
  • Refrigeration of dough enhances handling and rolling thinly.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/homemade-everything-crackers-recipe/