Vegan Vanilla Zucchini Rice Cracker Bites
These little crackers are proof that plant-based snacking doesn't have to mean settling for something bland or cardboard-like. Rice flour and tapioca starch form the base, giving each bite a satisfying crunch that's naturally light and gluten-free without any animal products in sight. The real magic is the finely shredded zucchini — squeezed bone-dry before it goes into the dough — which adds subtle moisture and a gentle earthiness without making the crackers soft or soggy. A whisper of vanilla powder and a touch of maple syrup lift the whole thing into something unexpectedly elegant, sweet-savory in the best possible way. Coconut oil binds it all together, so there's no butter or eggs needed, and the dough comes together with nothing more than a fork and a little patience. Rolling the dough paper-thin is the key step here: get it close to 1/16 inch and you'll be rewarded with crackers that snap cleanly and crisp up beautifully as they cool on the pan. Serve them as-is or pile on your favorite toppings — they're sturdy enough to hold something creamy but delicate enough to eat straight off the sheet.
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4 servings
- 1 cup rice flour
- 2 tbsp tapioca starch
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp pure vanilla powder
- ½ cup zucchini, finely shredded and squeezed dry
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 3–4 tbsp water, as needed
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Grate the zucchini on the fine side of a box grater, then wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly over the sink until no more liquid comes out. You should have about ½ cup packed shredded zucchini after squeezing.
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