Savory Sunflower Seed Crunch Crackers
These Savory Sunflower Seed Crunch Crackers are a delightful combination of nutty flavors and satisfying crunch. Perfectly paired with dips, spreads, or cheese, they make the ideal accompaniment to any appetizer platter. With rolled oats giving them a wholesome texture and sunflower seeds adding a delightful nuttiness, these crackers are not only tasty but also packed with nutrition. Originally inspired by a recipe from Best of Bridge, I've incorporated my favorite ingredients to create a snack that’s both simple to make and impressively elegant for entertaining or casual snacking. Enjoy these homemade delights fresh from the oven or store them for later munching!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
1.5 cups (all-purpose flour)
Rolled oats
1 cup (old-fashioned rolled oats)
Sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons (unsalted, hulled sunflower seeds)
Sugar
1.5 cups (granulated sugar)
Baking powder
2 teaspoons (baking powder)
Salt
0.5 teaspoons (sea salt or kosher salt)
Butter
0.5 cups (melted unsalted butter)
Milk
0.33 cups (whole milk or your preferred milk)
Egg
1 (beaten)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, sunflower seeds, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3
In a separate measuring cup, blend the melted butter, milk, and beaten egg until smooth.
4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little extra flour as needed.
5
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and sprinkle some flour on top of the dough. Use a rolling pin to roll it out to about 1/8 inch thick, ensuring an even thickness for consistent baking.
6
Using a cookie cutter or a glass, cut out rounds from the rolled dough. Place the cut crackers onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
7
Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
8
Once baked, remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your homemade sunflower seed crunch crackers!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Sunflower Seed Crunch Crackers?
They are a delightful snack combining nutty flavors from sunflower seeds and a wholesome texture from rolled oats, perfect for pairing with dips or cheese.
What type of flour is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour.
What kind of oats should I use?
Old-fashioned rolled oats are recommended to give the crackers their signature wholesome texture.
Should the sunflower seeds be salted?
No, you should use unsalted, hulled sunflower seeds for this recipe.
How much sugar is in these crackers?
The recipe includes 1.5 cups of granulated sugar.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) before baking.
How long do the crackers need to bake?
Bake the crackers for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
How thick should I roll the dough?
The dough should be rolled out to about 1/8 inch thick for consistent baking.
What should I do if the dough is too sticky?
If the dough is too sticky, simply add a little extra flour as needed.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
Instead of greasing, line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
What type of milk is used in the dough?
You can use 0.33 cups of whole milk or your preferred milk alternative.
How should the butter be prepared?
The butter should be melted before being blended with the other wet ingredients.
Can I use a glass to cut the cracker shapes?
Yes, you can use either a cookie cutter or a glass to cut out rounds from the dough.
How do I ensure the crackers stay crunchy?
Let the crackers cool completely on a wire rack after removing them from the oven to maintain their crunch.
What kind of salt works best?
The recipe suggests using 0.5 teaspoons of sea salt or kosher salt.
Should the egg be beaten?
Yes, the egg should be beaten before being mixed with the milk and melted butter.
Are these crackers considered healthy?
Yes, they are tagged as healthy snacks because they incorporate oats and sunflower seeds, which add nutritional value.
What was the inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a classic recipe from Best of Bridge, modified with favorite ingredients.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are a total of 9 ingredients used in this cracker recipe.
Can these crackers be served as an appetizer?
Absolutely, they are impressively elegant for entertaining and make a great accompaniment to appetizer platters.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
How do I mix the dry ingredients?
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, sunflower seeds, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Can I store these crackers for later?
Yes, you can enjoy them fresh or store them in a container for later munching.
Should I flour the surface before rolling?
Yes, transfer the dough to a floured surface and sprinkle extra flour on top to prevent sticking while rolling.
What color should I look for when baking?
The crackers are ready when they turn a nice golden brown color.
Is baking powder necessary for this recipe?
Yes, 2 teaspoons of baking powder are used to help the crackers achieve the right texture.
Are these crackers suitable for kids?
Yes, they make a great snack for both casual snacking and children.
Can I use steel-cut oats instead of rolled oats?
The recipe specifically calls for rolled oats to achieve a wholesome texture; steel-cut oats would be too hard.
How much space should I leave between crackers on the sheet?
Leave a little space between each cracker on the prepared baking sheet before putting them in the oven.
What should I watch out for while baking?
Keep a close eye on the crackers in the final minutes of baking to prevent them from burning.