Gluten-Free Flaxseed Crackers
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
Crispy and savory gluten-free flaxseed crackers, perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own. These simple crackers offer a satisfying crunch with a subtle nutty flavor from the flaxseeds.
At a glance: This easy snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 15 minutes (5 min prep, 10 min cook). It uses 6 ingredients — including flaxseed meal, olive oil, water — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Flaxseed Crackers: When preparing this snacks recipe, to prevent cross-contamination with gluten, always use clean utensils and cutting boards. Ensure that all ingredients, especially spices and flaxseed meal, are certified gluten-free and have not come into contact with gluten-containing grains In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Flaxseed Crackers: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on flaxseed meal as its base. Ensure all added spices and flavorings are certified gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 1 cup flaxseed meal
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp water
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, combine the flaxseed meal, salt, black pepper, and dried herbs, ensuring they are well distributed.
- 2
Add the olive oil and water to the dry ingredients. Stir vigorously with a spoon or spatula until a thick, cohesive dough forms. The mixture should hold together when pressed.
- 3
Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet. Place another sheet of parchment paper on top and use a rolling pin to evenly roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. This thinness is crucial for achieving crispy crackers.
- 4
Remove the top parchment paper and score the dough into desired cracker shapes using a knife or pizza cutter. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the crackers feel firm to the touch.
- 5
Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet, as they will continue to crisp up as they cool. Once cooled, break them apart along the scored lines and serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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Tips & Notes
- If substituting olive oil for butter, use about 3/4 the amount (olive oil is 100% fat, butter is ~80%).
- Store in an airtight container to keep snacks crispy; add a food-safe silica gel packet to absorb moisture.
- An oven thermometer reveals if your oven runs hot or cold — a 25°F difference significantly changes results.
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