Imagine cracking into a crisp, golden cracker that dances with the warm, exotic flavors of cinnamon and cardamom, perfectly paired with creamy Fage Trublend yogurt and a drizzle of honey. These aren't just any crackers - they're a gourmet experience you can create right in your own kitchen! Whether you're looking to impress guests or treat yourself to a luxurious snack, these homemade crackers will transform your ordinary moments into extraordinary culinary memories.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: International
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup Fage Trublend yogurt
- Honey for drizzling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and salt. Whisk together until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
- Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with a sandy texture.
- Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together. Knead the dough gently on a lightly floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 15 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax and makes the dough easier to roll out.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to approximately 1/8 inch thickness. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into small rectangular or square crackers.
- Transfer the cut crackers to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each cracker. Use a fork to prick the surface of each cracker to prevent them from puffing up during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the crackers are crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. The crackers will continue to crisp up as they cool.
- To serve, arrange the cooled crackers on a serving plate alongside a bowl of Fage Trublend yogurt. Drizzle honey over the yogurt and crackers just before serving.
- Store any leftover crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their crispness.
Tips
- Keep your butter cold but softened for the perfect crumb texture
- Don't overwork the dough - gentle kneading ensures tender crackers
- Use a ruler or pizza cutter for uniform cracker sizes
- Prick the crackers with a fork to prevent uneven rising
- Let crackers cool completely to achieve maximum crispness
- Store in an airtight container to maintain their delightful crunch
- Experiment with different honey varieties for unique flavor profiles
- For extra flavor, try toasting your spices lightly before mixing into the flour
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
