Homemade Graham Crackers

Name: Homemade Graham Crackers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 24 cookies
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and levelled); 1 cup whole wheat flour; 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed); 1 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed); 1/4 cup honey; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 cup milk

65 min 24 cookies Easy

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Homemade Graham Crackers

Delightfully crisp and slightly sweet, these homemade graham crackers are perfect for snacking or as a base for desserts.

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Total

65 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Graham crackers are a classic favourite for many, known for their sweet and slightly nutty flavour. While store-bought options are convenient, there's something special about making these biscuits from scratch. This homemade version allows you to control the ingredients, ensuring a fresher, more wholesome treat. Perfect for s'mores, pie crusts, or enjoying on their own, these graham crackers are a versatile addition to your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

Servings

Graham Cracker Dough

Instructions

Prepare dry ingredients

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.

Pro tip: Ensure the brown sugar is free of lumps by pressing it through a sieve.

Incorporate butter

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Pro tip: Work quickly to keep the butter from melting.

Add wet ingredients

In a separate bowl, mix honey, vanilla extract, and milk. Gradually add to the dry mixture, stirring until a dough forms.

Pro tip: If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon more milk.

Chill the dough

Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Pro tip: Chilling helps the dough firm up, making it easier to roll.

Roll out the dough

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into rectangles approximately 5 cm by 7.5 cm (2 by 3 inches).

Pro tip: Use a ruler to ensure even-sized crackers.

Bake the crackers

Place the crackers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Prick each cracker with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

Pro tip: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even baking.

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Tips & Tricks

<ul><li>Chill the dough for easier rolling.</li><li>Use a ruler for even-sized crackers.</li><li>Prick dough with a fork to prevent bubbling.</li><li>Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.</li></ul>

Serving Suggestions

Serve these homemade graham crackers with a glass of milk for a nostalgic treat. They can also be used as a base for cheesecakes or crumbled over ice cream. To store, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you need to make them ahead, the dough can be frozen for up to two months—just thaw overnight in the fridge before rolling and baking.