Homemade Flax and Hemp Seed Crackers | Grain-Free and Gluten-Free
I want you to make your own crackers. It’s easy, I promise.
Why crackers? Well, it all started a few weeks ago when I was craving a snack. You see, I have a habit of grazing, which includes on occasion a forkful of leftovers straight from the fridge, or a quick snack contentedly consumed while standing over the sink. I like to think of them as little happy mouthfuls on the spur of the moment that make life more pleasant.
That day I wanted a something crunchy; a cracker, and when you’re craving a cracker nothing else will do. The crunch and crumble of a good cracker is a joyful thing whether paired with a slice of cheese, dipped in a bowl of warm soup or enjoyed on its own. The thought of them was so thoroughly engrossing it propelled me into a determined quest to create just the right ones to satisfy my craving.
I was aiming for a cracker with a little heft, nice and hearty with a toasty nutty flavor. I wanted a rustic cracker, simple and straightforward, grain-free and gluten-free as well and, of course, it had to be easy to make.
After much testing and tweaking, I came up with these Flax and Hemp Seed Crackers. They are pleasantly nutty, crisp and utterly habit forming. Delivering a robust share of flavor for such a small package, they are just the thing for nibbling on.
The crackers get their satisfying toasty nutty flavor from a combination of ground almonds, flax and hemp seeds. The almonds and flax are finely ground but the shelled hemp seeds are left whole. Rolled out thinly they are slowly baked in a low oven until dried and crisp.
In addition to being easy to make, they are a natural accompaniment to a cheese plate or bowl of dip at a party. Set them out before dinner so your guests can graze. Much more than a mere receptacle for cheese, however, these wholesome bites are easily savored on their own.
This is a recipe you’ll want in your repertoire.
Now go on and make your own, I’ve already eaten all of mine.
RECIPE: Grain-Free, Gluten-Free Flax and Hemp Seed Crackers
INGREDIENTS
- ½ cup/ 60g almond meal
- ½ cup/52g ground flax meal
- 2 Tablespoons/30g shelled hemp seeds
- 1 Tablespoon/ 8g coconut flour
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt (plus more to sprinkle on top)
- 2 Tablespoons/28g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg white
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 300° degrees F/ 150° C.
- Mix almond meal, flax meal, shelled hemp seed, coconut flour and fine sea salt in a large bowl. Pour melted butter and large white egg over the dry ingredients and mix well to combine with a fork until dough comes together in a ball (you may need to use your hands).
- Roll the crackers out very thinly between two sheets of parchment paper. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut into small squares and sprinkle with a pinch of additional sea salt.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until completely dry and crisp.
- Cool on cooling rack and store in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
NOTES
Roll them thinly and evenly (about one-eighth inch). The crackers are baked at a low temperature so that the crackers dry out without getting brown too early.
Preparation time: 10 minute(s)
Cooking time: 30 minute(s)
Diet type: Vegetarian
Diet tags: Gluten free, Grain free
Number of servings (yield): 2 dozen crackers
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These look awesome and about 2 years ago, I made a recipe very similar to this, and posted them…I even cut them in squares. It was one of the first things I made with my dehydrator after not using it for ages…I made the crackers. And since then, haven’t used it much..whoops!
The food styling and food photography is just GORGEOUS in this post, along w/ the recipe!
I’m going over to Whole Foods today Sylvie, so I’ll make a list of your ingredients and hope I find them. My Michigan family is coming to visit next week and I’d love to surprise them with these.
Wonderful, I hope you enjoy them!
WOW…such fabulous food styling!!! And exactly the kind of cracker I’d reach for first…yum!
Wonderful crackers! So tasty and healthy.
Cheers,
Rosa
Sylvie!!! I am eating my first Flax seed crackers as I write this comment
Just baked mine today and was thinking to post it as my next post..mine is minus almond meal and coconut though. Would love to try this recipe the next time.
I can’t wait to see your recipe! I’m quite smitten with making crackers and would love to try yours.
I love making my own crackers. And these ones look so delicious and healthy, Sylvie!
these just look super healthy and so delicious…i need some!
This is totally my kinda recipe ~ love all those high energy ingredients that can be enjoyed throughout the day
These look like intense crackers – quite lovely and healthy. I haven’t had hemp seeds before and would love to try these.
I have been making my own crackers for a long time. Every time I come across a new recipe I have to try it. Can’t wait to try yours out. Thanks for sharing the great recipe and gorgeous photos.
These look irresistible! I’ve actually realized now that I’ve never made crackers!
You should try, they are so easy!
fantastic! Can’t wait to try these
I’ve never made crackers and now I really want to! I am addicted to all things flaxseed so I have a feeling I’ll be making these soon. Yummy!
I made homemade crackers for the first time a few weeks ago because I was having a similar craving. Ever since, I think I’ve made about 10 different batches, each time a bit differently. These will have to be my next batch, they look great!
Really amazing! I must try those
i’ve never made crackers before, so I’m going to give it a shot based on this post, Sylvie. i love flax seed, so this is a great way to have it and a great excuse to eat more cheese!
I’m with you on that, I do love cheese!
I want to make my own crakers too! They look amazing and the recipe is definitely intriguing with almond and coconut flour, thank you for that
You did a marvelous job, Sylvie! I’m always amazed when I see people make crackers. I know it’s not a big deal, but it definitely impresses me!
These look fantastic. I love making my own crackers but I’m often scared off by the thought that it’s too hard or too much work, which they usually aren’t. Love the almond meal and ground flax in yours! It’s been too long since I made crackers!
Delicious and healthy!! I’ve yet to make crackers but will make these on my rotation. I’m sure the girls would devour these!!
I am so with you, Sylvie. Nothing replaces a cracker and I would imagine that there is no replacement for these crackers. Just added hemp to my market list….so going to try these!
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Sylvie! I have been wanting to make some gluten-free crackers, and these look perfect. Cannot wait to try them!
Oh good! Let me know what you think.
I keep meaning to make my own crackers, but I never get around to it. I bet these were a million times better than the premium plus I crumbled into my soup tonight!
Can well imagine why they went so fast. I love their deep rustic appeal Slyvie, and your styling too. Food always tastes better here!
Love these healthy homemade crackers – I haven’t tried making any in a while, but now that you’ve provided a healthy gluten-free recipe, it’s time to try again.
Such delightful sounding crackers! I have to try this recipe
So good! The crackers look really good! I’d try to make them soon.
You did such a beautiful job Sylvie. I make my own crackers as a snack for Tiffany and I just bought a bag of hemp seeds. Can’t wait to give these a try!
Want some now!! That looks absolutely delicious, Sylvie
Wher did you get hemp seeds from Sylvie…. do you have to know someone that smokes…… . They do look lovely
Ha! No, fortunately they are pretty easily available at most health food stores and you can find Navitas Naturals Hemp Seeds Shelled, 8-Ounce at Amazon.
I make my own crackers all the time, and you are right, it is so easy, and delicious too! So much better than anything from the store.
Absolutely stunning photos Sylvie, as always, you really do have a gift.
Thank you so much, that’s really nice of you to say Jennifer.
Before I finished reading the post, I have already bookmarked it with every intention of making it as soon as I can.
I don’t often eat crackers but I’ve suddenly got a real craving for a crisp cracker with some creamy cheese! I love the different ingredients that go into these – so wholesome and healthy and delicious.
I am intrigued by the coconut flour! But isn’t it funny that I have been wanting to try my hand at making crackers, so this post is well timed and inspiring! And as always, stunning photos. And how French – crackers, Camembert and olives
These are gorgeous, they look utterly crisp. The flavours sound amazing.
sigh {dreamy eyes}…the crackers look delicious but it’s your photography that really has me drooling. So gorgeous! I may try my hand at those crackers, too; I’m certain they’ll be better than anything you could buy.
Sylvie, I’ve never made crackers, but now I’m very tempted!
Your crackers look delicious! (I am a cracker fiend)but your pictures,as always, just take everything to a whole new level!
Okay, I am totally digging these crackers! I snack the same way you do and try to stock my pantry with healthy snacks like these. Gorgeous photos, as usual.
Thanks for sharing a gluten free recipe S! Your crackers look amazing.
Sylvie, I can’t believe how easy this recipe is and I am definitely going to try & make my own crackers! Thanks for posting!
Sylvie, I can soooo picture you carefully biting into these crackers with a thin sliver of cheese and a glass of bubbly on the other hand! In a little black dress! Wonderful.
Love baking crackers at home! These look so crispy and crunchy.
These sound wonderful! I just posted a flax cracker recipe today, and think you might enjoy it as well.
These look so yummy! I love healthy crackers and I am always looking for something else to snack on besides almonds. Great post!
Just pack those and send them over? Its been ages i made any crackers. Need to change that.
These crackers sound like the perfect snack! I love that their grain free AND gluten-free.
Love these crackers!
i could eat crackers as my meal sometimes. I just love them and they go so well with hummus! Boy, these crackers are amazing
These crackers look awesome. So thin and crispy, perfect for munching. I want!
Beautiful as usual, Sylvie! I’ve never made crackers but I love flaxseed! So have to try this soon
Hugs <3
These are just delightful, and packet with some of my favorite things! These are a must try for my cracker urges
Gorgeous!
These crackers look great! Would love to try them out. Thanks for sharing!
I’ve never made crackers before. Yours are so beautiful! And I’m betting delicious!
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Your crackers look so alternative, tasty & apart too!
I never heard of using eggwhite & butter in creating crackers! Your end result says it all: EAT ME RIGHT NOW! I am so going to make them!
Yummy crackers & so versatile to sue too!
I do not think I would stop at a bucketful of these. Sounds and looks so very good, hearty and wholesome!
Made them on saturday morn for friends visiting us and we finished them all by evening
Thanks a lot. this recipe is a keeper!
I’m so happy you liked them! Thank you for letting me know.
I have made my own crackers
These look awesome. Great idea to add egg whites!
what could i use instead of coconut flour?
Hi Nikki, there isn’t really a substitute for the coconut flour here, it is there to provide a little body. If you can’t find it just leave it out, the crackers will be a little bit more crumbly but still delicious. Hope that helps!
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