Healthy homemade crackers (gluten-free)

Are you looking for a healthier snack option that’s both satisfying and easy to make? Look no further than these healthy, homemade gluten-free seed crackers! Made with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and flax seeds, they’re nourishing and customizable! Whether you’re enjoying them with your favorite dip, on a charcuterie board, or on their own, these crackers are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. They are cost-effective and dietary friendly, being vegan, gluten-free, keto, and paleo-friendly!

Best Gluten-free crackers

Homemade, nutritious snacks are a staple in our house – extra points if they’re easy! These crunchy homemade crackers are the perfect snack for any occasion, any time. I used to spend loads of money on flaxseed crackers and was shocked at how easy they were to make at home – they’re more cost effective, too!

Store-bought crackers often contain added sugars, unhealthy fats, and unnecessary preservatives that but by making your own crackers at home, you have full control over the ingredients. I also love that homemade crackers are so customizable – you can tweak the recipe to fit your dietary preferences or add your favorite seasonings. Plus, these crackers are a great option for those with specific dietary restrictions, like gluten-free, keto, paleo, or vegan diets!

Healthy Homemade crackers recipe video

3 seed crackers

We are using a mix of seeds for this homemade cracker recipe as they’ll each provide different nutritional benefits as well as taste and texture. I usually use a base of sunflower, pumpkin, and flax seeds, but have recently been loving adding sesame seeds as well! You can really customize these to your liking and for what you have on hand!

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Whole Ingredients: When you make crackers at home, you’re using whole grains, seeds, and healthy fats, making them a nutrient-dense snack.
• Customizable: You can add flavors and ingredients that suit your personal preferences, from herbs and spices to cheese or dried fruits.
• Free from Additives: No more worrying about preservatives or artificial flavorings – just real, wholesome food.
• Easy to Prepare: With just a few ingredients and simple steps, homemade crackers are both easy to make and fun to share with your family.

How to make healthy homemade crackers

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet

Ingredients

• Sesame seeds – These seeds are high in calcium which is great for bone health! They are also packed with iron, magnesium, zinc, and selenium and loaded with B vitamins!
• Pumpkin seeds – They’re rich in magnesium, which helps regulate blood pressure and they contains antioxidants and healthy fats that support heart function!
• Sunflower seeds – Loaded with magnesium, selenium, zinc, and iron, all important for overall health! The combination of zinc, selenium, and vitamin E helps strengthen your immune system, fight infections, and reduce inflammation.
• Flax seeds – Flax seeds are an incredible source of healthy fats, fiber, and Omega-3 fatty acids! They have been shown to have anti-cancer properties and are incredible for overall health and wellness.
• Psyllium husk – If you aren’t familiar with psyllium husk, you may be thinking “do i really need to use it?” Yes! It’s essential for holding the crackers together. It’s also an incredible source of fiber. It’s sold at most grocery stores, but I purchase it on Amazon because I find it to be cheapest! If you really don’t want to purchase them, you can substitute chia seeds.
• Spices – I love adding nutritional yeast, garlic powder, sea salt, and a mix of herbs to add tons of savory flavor to these crackers! Nutritional yeast is a great way to add a cheesy flavor!
• Water or broth – Sometimes I like to substitute 1 cup of the water with bone broth to up the protein intake of the crackers, however don’t use all broth!

Steps

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients, mixing well. Set the bowl aside for 20 minutes or so to allow the mixture to thicken/gel.
3. Prepare the baking sheet: Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the seed mixture onto it, spreading it out thin. The thinner you spread it out, the crispier the crackers will be! You can use two baking sheets if needed.
4. Bake: Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until golden brown all over. The crackers should feel firm to touch but won’t be super crunchy, as they firm up as they cool. Let the crackers cool for at least an hour or so to really let them crisp up. Then use a knife to cut them into crackers or you can break them up using your hands!
5. Enjoy them as a snack, with cheese, or alongside your favorite dip!

How to enjoy homemade crackers

You can snack on these crackers straight up or enjoy them with your favorite dip!

• Dip crackers in guacamole.
• Try them alongside my copycat Bitchin’ Sauce!
• Enjoy with hummus.
• Add to a charcuterie board.
• Make mini cheese and meat cracke sandwiches.
• Crunch them up and add to salads.
• Use on top of mac and cheese or other casseroles for a crunch!

Tips for Perfect Homemade Crackers

• Let them cool! The longer they cool, the crispier they get!
• Customize the Flavor: Feel free to add any herbs, spices, or seeds you like to create different flavors!
• Meal prep a Big Batch: I love making a big batch to keep my pantry stocked with a healthy snack! These are great to take as a grab and go snack and make a healthy snack for toddlers and kids!
• Storing seed crackers: Keep the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.

More healthy snacks to try

• Healthy coconut clusters
• No-bake peanut butter oat cups
• 7 layer dip cups
• Nut-free chewy granola bars
• Cinnamon roll energy bites
• Low carb cucumber sushi rolls

If you try this homemade gluten-free seed cracker recipe, it’d mean the world to me if you left a star rating and review below and be sure to tag me in your creations on Instagram @danishealthyeats!

Healthy Homemade Crackers (gluten-free)

Are you looking for a healthier snack option that’s both satisfying and easy to make? Look no further than these healthy, homemade gluten-free seed crackers! Made with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and flax seeds, they're nourishing and customizable! Whether you’re enjoying them with your favorite dip, on a charcuterie board, or on their own, these crackers are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. They are cost-effective and dietary friendly, being vegan, gluten-free, keto, and paleo-friendly!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 cups sunflower seeds
• 3/4 cup sesame seeds
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/3 cup whole flax seeds
• 2 tbsp whole psyllium husks *see notes for subs
• 2 cups water *I like to substitute 1 cup with bone broth for added nutrients/protein!
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 3/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 3 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, but delicious!)
• seasonings of choice (I like doing 2 tsp dried mixed herbs!)

Instructions

 

• In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients, mixing well. Set the bowl aside for 20 minutes or so to allow it to thicken/gel.
• Preheat oven to 300F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• After 20 minutes, pour the seed mixture onto the baking sheet, spreading it out evenly – about 1/5-1/6" thick. The thinner you spread it, the crunchier your crackers will be! You can use two baking sheets if needed!
• Bake for 60-65 minutes or until golden all over. You may want to add an addition 5-10 minutes depending on how browned/golden and crispy you want the crackers – each oven varies! Be sure to keep an eye on them towards the end of baking so they don't burn!
• Remove the crackers from the oven and allow to cool for at least an hour. The longer they cool, the crispier they get! Once they've cooled, break them into crackers using your hands or you can use a knife (although you may experience some crumbling, but that's okay!).
• Store in an air-tight container.

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Notes

To store: Keep the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.

*Psyllium husk – If you aren’t familiar with psyllium husk, you may be thinking “do i really need to use it?” Yes! It’s essential for holding the crackers together. It’s also an incredible source of fiber. It’s sold at most grocery stores, but I purchase it on Amazon because I find it to be cheapest! If you really don’t want to purchase them, you can substitute chia seeds.

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