Walnut Free Classic Saltine Crackers
Homemade crackers hit differently than anything from a box, and these classic saltines deliver that satisfying, papery crunch that makes every bite feel like a small triumph. The ingredient list is refreshingly short — just flour, a little fat, water, and a few pantry staples — so there's no guesswork about hidden nut-based oils or shared-facility warnings that can make store-bought snacks stressful. Working the cold shortening or butter into the flour by hand is oddly satisfying, and rolling the dough as thin as possible is the real secret to getting that signature crisp snap. Docking each square all the way through to the parchment isn't just for looks — it keeps the crackers flat and gives them those iconic little holes. A brush of melted butter and a pinch of flaky sea salt right before baking adds just enough richness and sparkle to make these feel genuinely special. They come out of the oven pale golden at the edges and firm up even more as they cool, so resist the urge to eat them straight off the pan. Serve them with soup, pile on your favorite toppings, or just eat them plain — they're that good on their own.
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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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