Breastfeeding Friendly Seed Power Crackers
Crunchy, savory, and genuinely satisfying, these seed-packed crackers are the kind of snack that earns a permanent spot in your rotation. Every ingredient pulls real weight here — pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, chia seeds, and sesame seeds come together into a dense, golden slab that delivers healthy fats and plant-based nutrients in every bite, which is exactly what a nursing body needs more of. The smoked paprika, turmeric, and garlic powder give them a warmly spiced, almost addictive flavor that makes plain crackers feel completely boring by comparison. Egg whites and a little olive oil act as the binder, so the whole thing holds together beautifully without any flour or filler. You score them halfway through baking, which means you get clean, snappable pieces and an even crunch all the way to the center. They're great on their own, piled with avocado, or alongside a bowl of soup during those long afternoon feeds when you need something real to eat with one hand.
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6 servings
- ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- ½ cup raw sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup flaxseeds (whole)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp water
For serving
- flaky sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseeds, chia seeds, fine sea salt, turmeric, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the seeds.
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