Recipe: Homemade Graham Crackers
Description: 🍪 This recipe offers a delightful alternative to store-bought graham crackers, perfect for those seeking a homemade touch or lacking access to pre-packaged options. With a wholesome blend of ingredients and a hint of sweetness, these crackers are sure to please both kids and adults alike.
- Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Cookie & Brownie, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Easy
- Servings: 24
- Yield: 4 dozen
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 119.1
- Fat: 4.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 0.4mg
- Sodium: 69.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.1g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 6.8g
- Protein: 1.9g
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and brown sugar until smooth and well combined. |
| 2 | Stir in the vanilla extract, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture. |
| 3 | In a separate bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and salt. |
| 4 | Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir until a cohesive dough forms. |
| 5 | Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator until firm, typically for about 30 minutes. This step helps the dough become easier to handle and roll out. |
| 6 | Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare cookie sheets by greasing them lightly to prevent sticking. |
| 7 | On a clean, lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of approximately 0.125 inches (about 3mm). |
| 8 | Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, cut the rolled-out dough into rectangular shapes, resembling traditional graham crackers. |
| 9 | Place the cut-out crackers on the prepared cookie sheets, ensuring they are spaced about 1/2 inch apart to allow for slight expansion during baking. |
| 10 | Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are crisp and lightly golden brown around the edges. |
| 11 | Once baked, remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. |
| 12 | Once cooled, serve and enjoy these homemade graham crackers with your favorite toppings or as a standalone treat! |
Tips:
- For a slightly sweeter variation, you can sprinkle a mixture of cinnamon and sugar over the crackers before baking.
- These crackers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, although they are best enjoyed fresh.
- Feel free to experiment with different shapes and sizes when cutting out the crackers to suit your preference or occasion.
