Hazelnut Free Classic Saltine Crackers
There is something deeply satisfying about making your own crackers from scratch, and these classic saltines deliver that perfect thin, crispy snap that store-bought versions promise but rarely nail. The ingredient list is refreshingly simple — just flour, a little fat, water, and salt — so you know exactly what you're eating with zero guesswork about hidden nut-derived oils or shared-facility warnings that can make packaged snacks a gamble. The key to getting that iconic cracker texture is rolling the dough as thin as humanly possible and docking every square thoroughly so the heat moves through evenly and you end up with a dry, firm bite rather than a puffy disappointment. Brushing with melted butter before baking adds a subtle richness, and the flaky salt on top gives each cracker that satisfying little crunch right at the surface. These are endlessly versatile — pile on cheese, dip into soup, or eat them straight off the cooling rack, which, honestly, is the most likely outcome. Once you see how straightforward the process is, it's hard to justify ever buying a box again.
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8 servings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp fine salt
- ½ tsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp vegetable shortening or unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- ½ cup cold water
For brushing
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For topping
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt or coarse salt
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, fine salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
- 2
Add the cold shortening (or butter pieces) to the flour mixture and work it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse, slightly sandy crumbs with no large pieces remaining.
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