Looking for a fun and healthy cracker snack, that’s easy to make?
Look no further than these gluten-free and vegan everything bagel crackers! Made with simple ingredients like pumpkin seeds, flaxseed, teff flour, and hemp hearts, these crackers are packed with nutritious goodness. And with just a few easy steps, you’ll have a batch of crispy, crunchy crackers that are perfect for snacking anytime. Plus, with the added bonus of being gluten-free and vegan, they’re a snack that everyone can enjoy. So why not give this recipe a try and see for yourself just how delicious and easy it is to make? You won’t be disappointed!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup flaxseed
- 1/2 cup teff flour
- 3 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup hemp hearts
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
Here are few substitutes you could use for this recipe, depending on your dietary restrictions or personal preferences:
- Seed Substitutes: You can substitute the pumpkin seeds with other types of seeds such as sunflower seeds, chia seeds or sesame seeds.
- Flour Substitutes: You can substitute the teff flour with other gluten-free flours such as brown rice flour, sorghum flour or oat flour. However, keep in mind that each of these flours has a slightly different taste and texture, so it may affect the final result of the crackers.
- Oil Substitutes: You can substitute the sunflower oil with other neutral-flavored oils such as vegetable oil or coconut oil.
- Seasoning Substitutes: If you don’t have everything bagel seasoning on hand, you can make your own by combining equal parts sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried onion flakes, dried garlic flakes, and salt.
- Binding Agent Substitutes: If you don’t have cornstarch on hand, you can use tapioca starch, arrowroot starch, or potato starch instead.
Why you want to make these gluten free crackers?
If you’re looking for a healthy snack option that’s both gluten-free and vegan, these everything bagel crackers are a great choice. Made with nutrient-dense ingredients like pumpkin seeds, flaxseed, and hemp hearts, these crackers are high in protein, healthy fats, and fiber. They’re also low in sugar and free of processed ingredients, making them a wholesome snack option that won’t leave you feeling guilty. Plus, making your own crackers at home means you can control the amount of salt and seasoning used, making it easier to stick to a healthy eating plan. So, whether you’re looking for a snack to munch on during the day or a tasty treat to enjoy while watching your favorite show, these everything bagel crackers are a delicious and healthy choice.
Everything bagel crackers
Equipment
- 1 bowl
Ingredients
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds
- ½ cup flaxseed
- ½ cup teff flour
- ½ cup hemp hearts
- ½ cup gluten free cornstarch
- 1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
- pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the seeds with the teff flour, hemp hearts, cornstarch, salt, and everything bagel seasoning. Mix well.
- Add the sunflower oil to the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Pour the boiling water over the mixture and stir until it forms a thick and sticky dough.
- Place the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and use a spatula to spread it out as evenly as possible.
- Place a second sheet of parchment paper over the dough and use a rolling pin or spatula to roll the dough out until it's about 1/8 inch thick.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges of the crackers start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the crackers cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes.
- Once cooled, break the crackers apart along the cut lines and store in an airtight container for up to a week.