Homemade Crackers Recipe (Three Seed)
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Have you ever wondered about making your own crackers at home? Our homemade crackers taste much better than store-bought ones. They are easy to make and easy to clean up. They are perfect in every way. These crispy and crunchy three seed crackers are great in a bowl of soup or on a fancy charcuterie board. They are perfect for when you want to do something special for your family or friends.
I’ve been wanting to try making crackers for quite some time. I had so much fun! These crackers tasted delicious. I got three pans of crackers and each one was a bit better than the last. We are sharing step-by-step instructions with you so you can get in all the fun too!
Why Make Homemade Crackers?
When my friend Camilla from Culinary Aventures with Camilla suggested I try my hand at making crackers, I wasn’t sure what to expect. These taste out of this world! You’ll love snacking on these tasty crackers and be shocked at how simple the recipe is.
The recipe is incredibly versatile, one brushing them with oil, you can use all kinds of seasoning in place of the seeds to create unique and snack-worthy crackers. The only limit is your imagination. And if that is not enough, the fact that you can expect to impress your friends, neighbors, and party attendees with this treat. Wrapped in cellophane and tied with a bow, homemade crackers make a great gift too!
Ingredients for Homemade Crackers
Seeds. Poppy seeds. Caraway seeds. Sesame Seeds. Seeds to tend to go rancid quickly because of the high fat content. Make sure your seeds are fresh (purchased within the last six months) and store them in a cool, dry location. You can try other types of seeds for fun variation. You can even make Everything Bagel Seasoning!
Whole Wheat Flour. This recipe uses a combination of whole wheat and all-purpose flours. The whole wheat adds structure and strength to the cracker.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil. EVOO adds significant flavor to the cracker. You can also use butter. A more neutral oil can work but will have less flavor.
How to Make Homemade Crackers
Mixing up this cracker recipe could not be easier. Start by preheating your oven and getting three sheet pans ready.
Toss the seeds and salt together in a bowl with a whisk.
Combine the flour and salt, then add the water and oil and press the dough with your hands or a spatula until a crumbly dough ball forms and all of the flour is incorporated.
Divide the dough into three equal parts and form them into squares.
Next roll out the dough to cracker thickness and cut into strips 2″ x 4″ in size.
Bake and cool before storing in a dry, cool location.
Hostess Tips and Variations
Use a pasta roller to roll them out.
Apply the toppings to the cracker before the water (butter or oil) dries so that it sticks.
Variations
- Herbs such as Thyme and Rosemary or use a blend such as Italian or Mediterranean.
- Everything Bagel Blend.
- Ranch Seasoning.
- Garlic Powder.
- Bring the Heat Add 1 tsp of chili powder or smoked paprika to the
dough. Another alternative is 1/4 tsp of cayenne or 1/2 tsp of crushed red pepper. - 1 cup of shredded or grated Parmesan or your favorite cheese for cheese
crackers. - For a buttery cracker try replacing the oil with melted butter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do crackers have yeast?
No, there is no yeast in this recipe. They’re a flatbread cracker.
How long will homemade crackers last?
7 to 10 days at room temperature in an airtight container. Keep them away from the refrigerator.
Can you freeze crackers?
Yes, they freeze great. You can freeze the rolled out and cut crackers prior to baking them too.
How do you refresh stale crackers?
Easily make your crackers crunchy again by heating them in an oven or toaster oven. Place your crackers on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Preheat your oven to 400ºF. Bake the crackers for four or five minutes until they are crispy.
How to Store Homemade Crackers
Artisan crackers should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
These crispy flatbread crackers should not be kept in the refrigerator.
More to Love
If you love trying new recipes for fun and interesting homemade things, you’ll also love this recipe for homemade cheese scones. Learn how to make your own tortillas! And homemade English muffins are also surprisingly easy to make.
I hope you enjoyed this delicious recipe as much as we do. Drop me a comment below, and don’t forget to give it a star rating. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. Your comments and ratings help others decide if this recipe is for them too.
Homemade Crackers Recipe (Three Seed)
Ingredients
Topping
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tsp poppy seeds
- 2 tsp caraway seeds
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
Dough
- 1½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Place the oven rack on the bottom third of the oven. Preheat oven to 450 °F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix the topping ingredients and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the APF, whole wheat flour and salt together. Add olive oil and water to the flour mixture with a rubber spatula until a soft crumbly ball forms. Press against the side of the bowl with the spatula or your hand to pick up stray flour.
- On a lightly floured work surface, cup three equal portions. Pat each portion into a square. Set 2 aside and cover with clean towel. Roll the remaining dough into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick, 7-8 inches wide and 14-15 inches long. Don't let the dough stick to the working surface. A pasta roller works well for this recipe as well.
- Brush the dough lightly with water and sprinkle with seed mixture and lightly press onto the dough.
- Cut dough in half lengthwise, and then cut across to make rectangles roughly 2×4 inches. Don’t bother trimming the edges. These are rustic right? Transfer to the baking sheet. Bake until nicely browned, about 10 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Repeat for the remaining two portions.
- Store cooled crackers in a airtight container or bag for up to 10 days. Do not refrigerate.
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
This post was originally posted with a sharing group Our host was Camilla from Culinary Aventures with Camilla, and our theme is Crackers, Crisps, and Flatbreads.
- Cheddar Cheese Crackers from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
- Pane Carasau from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Rye Crispbread from The Bread She Bakes
- Three Seed Crackers from Hostess At Heart
- Thyme and Black Pepper Crackers from Blackberry eating in late September
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This homemade crackers recipe was first released on 10/15/16 and has been updated to improve our readers’ experience. No changes were made to the actual recipe.
Your crackers look quite delicious…I’m sure they went lovely the cheese and sausage slices.
Thank you Karen! I had a lot of fun making them.
I really like crackers and have always wanted to make them, too, Julie. These really look delicious with all of the seeds on them. Your pictures and presentation are just beautiful!
What a fab recipe Julie, your seeded crackers look delicious. I love the idea of using 3 different seeds. Thanks for sharing:-)
Thank you Sarah! I just love grains and seeds in everything! These were yummy, and the wine didn’t hurt either!
I love homemade crackers Julie, and I’m so glad you brought it to FF party and we could eat&crunch them! 😀 And you made such a stunning photos!!!!
Have a lovely weekend!
Mila
They were really a lot of fun. Thank you for your kind photo comments! Always a work in progress! Enjoy your weekend too!
These look so crispy, crunchy and addictingly delicious! I can’t wait to make a batch of these but then again, I might end up eating them all at once so perhaps I will have to double the recipe! I just love the flavor of baked/toasted seeds! Happy FF and thanks for sharing darling 🙂
Thank you Cynthia! I love the nutty flavor of toasted seeds too!
Julie, these look delicious!! And, what a great challenge to participate in this month. I love the seeds on top. They add a nice look as well as taste to the crackers. Thank you so much for bringing these to the fiesta! And, I hope you have a beautiful weekend. 🙂
Thank you Kaila! Also thank you for co-hosting! It’s a lot of fun but does take a bit of time.
These look so delicious, Julie!! Beautiful photos, too!!
Thank you Anna! Have a marvelous weekend!
Have a wonderful weekend as well, Julie! 🙂
Really great crackers Julie!!
Thank you Suzanne! This was a fun technique to try. The wine didn’t hurt either. 🙂
I love putting out crackers for wine night, but I’ve never thought about making my own! What a great idea!
Kari
www.sweetteasweetie.com
Thank you! It was fun, and next time I can customize them to the cheese or meats I have.
Gorgeous crackers I think they are a total success!
Thank you! I had some fun and know that I’ll give then another try in the future. It was a fun challenge!
The crackers look absolutely scrumptious Julie. The seeds add a lovely crunch .
Hi Skd! You are such a sweetie pie. These crackers were a lot of fun. Next time I think I’ll add a bit of garlic powder too. I love seeds and grains. The more the merrier I say. Enjoy your evening, and thanks for your kind comments!
These are some of the most beautiful homemade crackers I’ve ever seen. Your photos and set up really show your crackers off to their fullest! Great job!
Thank you! These crackers were a lot of fun to make, and I am sure next time will be even better. I need to roll them even thinner. My photography is definitely a work in progress so I really appreciate your comments!
Your group makes a lot of different recipes – kind of fun to look through them all. Wish I had more time but right now FF is enough. Never made crackers but I sure do like them – perfect with a glass of wine and some cheese.
Thank you Judi! John and I actually ate that layout on the patio after I was done with the photos. I really like this group. They are very low maintenance, and I can participate whenever I want. FF is such a wonderful group of people! I’ve met so many wonderful people and gotten some amazing recipes too! Enjoy your day Judi and thanks for stopping by.
Your crackers looks delicious and I love the seed combination on them 🙂 I have never made my own but it makes sense looking at yours!
Thank you Petra! It’s a lot easier grabbing a box at the store, but I must admit that I loved the flavor and texture of these. I need to roll them thinner, but even so, we really enjoyed them. Enjoy your day!
I will put crackers on my to do list as well, I must give it a go! 🙂 Have a great day too! x
Thank you Petra! I think you will enjoy making them. Next time I am thinking to add some garlic powder and to roll them thinner. Let me know how yours turnout.
I think these look great! Keebler DOES have something to worry about!
Ha! Thank you Karen, you made me laugh. Baking crackers was a great experience! I love the fact that you can make them any size you want. Sometimes I bring home a box from the store and wonder how in the heck am I supposed to get a piece of cheese on that? They can be tiny!
Crackers looks super delicious..love it
Thank you!
Julie, your crackers look wonderful! I bet they are fabulous with cheese!
Thank you! We really enjoyed them! Anything with cheese is better I think, and a bit of wine didn’t hurt either. 🙂
You never cease to amaze me with your challenges Julie, your crackers are just wonderful! A nice glass of vino, some cheese, olives and meats would be lovely. I’ve been tempted to join this group, but I am not sure if I could keep up, although it just a monthly challenge is it not? Well done, I’m impressed!
Thank you Loretta! I always wanted to try crackers. Loretta, I really enjoy this group. It is only once a month, and you can choose whether or not to participate. Some groups kick you out if you miss 2 or 3 times. Also, you get a theme, and it is up to you what to do. Nothing has been real difficult, and there isn’t anything you have to keep up with except for posting the challenge. Some people are really talented, and have always just been supportive. Let me know if I can answer any other questions. It would be fun having you in there.
wow these look so good! I am totally impressed!
Ha! Thank you Lynz!
I can’t imagine making crackers and they look lovely!
Thanks Lynz! They were a lot of fun and fairly easy once I made a couple trays.
They look very nice as well!
You’ve outdone Keebler for sure. The seeds on your crackers look beautiful!
Thank you! I think I need a couple more batches of practice before the little Keebler elves worry about their job. 🙂 Thank you for visiting!
I just love seeded crackers and how I would love to try yours with all the goodies you have there. That’s a nice lunch or dinner (and throw in a glass of wine!). Lovely, Julie!
Thank you so much Lora! This was a fun challenge, and I really enjoyed it. Especially with the glass of wine!
I have only made saltines, these look like the perfect addition to any appetizer tray.
Thank you Debbie! I’ll make them again. I just loved the rustic look of them on my tray, and they were pretty quick and easy too!
Well, I think they look pretty perfect! I’m a huge fan of seedy crackers, and that spread you have laid out looks like lunch to me.
Thank you Heather! We actually enjoyed it on the patio. This was a great challenge. I will make them again, and only hope for improvement! Thank you for stopping by!
These look wonderful! Great work 🙂
Thank you Elaine! They were a lot of fun to make!
I’m sure your crackers were delicious. I love the pictures and the presentation! 🙂
Thank you Ana! John and I enjoyed these cheese and crackers on the patio. It made everything even more delicious!