It’s that time of month when I get to participate in the monthly challenge from my bread baking group, Twelve Loaves. This month the challenge is another side of breads…a less leavened side: we had the challenge to bake Crackers, Crisps and Flatbreads. Our very talented host is Camilla from Culinary Aventures with Camilla.
This was a very interested challenge for me. I’ve been wanting to try making crackers for quite some time. I had so much fun, but let’s just say….Keebler doesn’t have a thing to worry about. It is experience that makes us better at what we do right? These crackers tasted delicious. I got three pans (not completely full). Each one was a bit better than the last.
Three Seed Crackers #Twelveloaves
Ingredients
Topping
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 2 teaspoons caraway seeds
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Dough
- 1-1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Place oven rack on the bottom third of the oven. Preheat oven to 450 degrees 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.
- 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 2x4 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 zip-top bag for up to a week.
#TwelveLoaves is a monthly bread baking party created by Lora from Cake Duchess and runs smoothly with the help of Heather of All Roads Lead to the Kitchen, and the rest of our fabulous bakers.
Our host this month is Camilla from Culinary Aventures with Camilla, and our theme is Crackers, Crisps, and Flatbreads. For more bread recipes, visit the #TwelveLoaves Pinterest board, or check out last month’s mouthwatering selection of #TwelveLoaves enter last month’s #TwelveLoaves Seeded Breads!
- Cheddar Cheese Crackers from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
- Lemon Oregano Pita Bread from Kudos Kitchen By Renee
- Pane Carasau from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- Parmesan-Thyme Cream Crackers from A Baker’s House
- Piadina (Italian Flat Bread) from Cake Duchess
- Pretzel Crackers from All Roads Lead to the Kitchen
- Quick Raspberry Flatbread from Cheap Ethnic Eatz
- Rye Crispbread from The Bread She Bakes
- Senbei – Japanese Rice Crackers from A Shaggy Dough Story
- Three Seed Crackers from Hostess At Heart
- Thyme and Black Pepper Crackers from blackberry eating in late september
If you’d like to bake along with us this month, share your Crackers, Crisps, and Flatbreads using hashtag #TwelveLoaves!
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apuginthekitchen says
December 14, 2015 at 8:08 pmI meant to tell you I made your delicious crackers and included them in a gift basket for a client, I love them!! I put some really good cheese, fruit, crackers and homemade cookies and banana bread. It was so nice. I used black and white sesame and poppy seeds. Delicious.
Julie Menghini says
December 15, 2015 at 9:30 amThank you Suzanne! I bet they were just gorgeous with the black sesame seeds! I would love a gift like this! I’m actually doing gift baskets with loaves of my English Muffin bread this year too.
Karen says
October 19, 2015 at 3:06 pmYour crackers look quite delicious…I’m sure they went lovely the cheese and sausage slices.
Julie Menghini says
October 20, 2015 at 8:08 amThank you Karen! I had a lot of fun making them.
Shari says
October 12, 2015 at 12:37 pmI 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!
Sarah James @ Tales From The Kitchen Shed says
October 11, 2015 at 3:23 amWhat a fab recipe Julie, your seeded crackers look delicious. I love the idea of using 3 different seeds. Thanks for sharing:-)
Julie Menghini says
October 11, 2015 at 8:14 amThank you Sarah! I just love grains and seeds in everything! These were yummy, and the wine didn’t hurt either!
milkandbun says
October 9, 2015 at 3:31 pmI 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
Julie Menghini says
October 10, 2015 at 9:38 amThey were really a lot of fun. Thank you for your kind photo comments! Always a work in progress! Enjoy your weekend too!
Cynthia says
October 9, 2015 at 1:22 pmThese 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 🙂
Julie Menghini says
October 9, 2015 at 1:54 pmThank you Cynthia! I love the nutty flavor of toasted seeds too!
Kaila says
October 9, 2015 at 9:31 amJulie, 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. 🙂
Julie Menghini says
October 11, 2015 at 8:18 amThank you Kaila! Also thank you for co-hosting! It’s a lot of fun but does take a bit of time.
Anna says
October 8, 2015 at 1:22 pmThese look so delicious, Julie!! Beautiful photos, too!!
Julie Menghini says
October 9, 2015 at 9:00 amThank you Anna! Have a marvelous weekend!
Anna says
October 9, 2015 at 9:52 amHave a wonderful weekend as well, Julie! 🙂
apuginthekitchen says
October 7, 2015 at 6:13 pmReally great crackers Julie!!
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 7:59 pmThank you Suzanne! This was a fun technique to try. The wine didn’t hurt either. 🙂
Sweet Tea Sweetie says
October 7, 2015 at 5:04 pmI love putting out crackers for wine night, but I’ve never thought about making my own! What a great idea!
Kari
http://www.sweetteasweetie.com
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 8:01 pmThank you! It was fun, and next time I can customize them to the cheese or meats I have.
[email protected] says
October 7, 2015 at 12:33 pmGorgeous crackers I think they are a total success!
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 2:12 pmThank you! I had some fun and know that I’ll give then another try in the future. It was a fun challenge!
skd says
October 7, 2015 at 11:57 amThe crackers look absolutely scrumptious Julie. The seeds add a lovely crunch .
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 2:13 pmHi 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!
kudoskitchen says
October 7, 2015 at 7:22 amThese 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!
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 7:48 amThank 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!
cookingwithauntjuju.com says
October 7, 2015 at 5:10 amYour 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.
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 7:51 amThank 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.
petra08 says
October 7, 2015 at 4:27 amYour crackers looks delicious and I love the seed combination on them 🙂 I have never made my own but it makes sense looking at yours!
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 7:52 amThank 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!
petra08 says
October 7, 2015 at 3:09 pmI will put crackers on my to do list as well, I must give it a go! 🙂 Have a great day too! x
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 8:02 pmThank 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.
Karen @ Karen's Kitchen Stories says
October 6, 2015 at 11:45 pmI think these look great! Keebler DOES have something to worry about!
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 7:55 amHa! 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!
Traditionally Modern Food says
October 6, 2015 at 10:20 pmCrackers looks super delicious..love it
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 7:55 amThank you!
thehealthyfoodblogger says
October 6, 2015 at 10:09 pmJulie, your crackers look wonderful! I bet they are fabulous with cheese!
Julie Menghini says
October 7, 2015 at 7:56 amThank you! We really enjoyed them! Anything with cheese is better I think, and a bit of wine didn’t hurt either. 🙂
Loretta says
October 6, 2015 at 5:08 pmYou 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!
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 7:51 pmThank 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.
Lynz Real Cooking says
October 6, 2015 at 12:41 pmwow these look so good! I am totally impressed!
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 2:14 pmHa! Thank you Lynz!
Lynz Real Cooking says
October 6, 2015 at 2:15 pmI can’t imagine making crackers and they look lovely!
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 2:19 pmThanks Lynz! They were a lot of fun and fairly easy once I made a couple trays.
Lynz Real Cooking says
October 6, 2015 at 2:23 pmThey look very nice as well!
abakershouse says
October 6, 2015 at 12:34 pmYou’ve outdone Keebler for sure. The seeds on your crackers look beautiful!
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 2:17 pmThank you! I think I need a couple more batches of practice before the little Keebler elves worry about their job. 🙂 Thank you for visiting!
Lora @cakeduchess says
October 6, 2015 at 11:22 amI 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!
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 12:12 pmThank you so much Lora! This was a fun challenge, and I really enjoyed it. Especially with the glass of wine!
Debbie Spivey says
October 6, 2015 at 10:27 amI have only made saltines, these look like the perfect addition to any appetizer tray.
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 10:29 amThank 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!
Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen says
October 6, 2015 at 9:06 amWell, 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.
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 10:21 amThank 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!
Elaine @ foodbod says
October 6, 2015 at 8:27 amThese look wonderful! Great work 🙂
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 8:30 amThank you Elaine! They were a lot of fun to make!
Celebrating Sunshine says
October 6, 2015 at 7:30 amI’m sure your crackers were delicious. I love the pictures and the presentation! 🙂
Julie Menghini says
October 6, 2015 at 8:20 amThank you Ana! John and I enjoyed these cheese and crackers on the patio. It made everything even more delicious!