This delightful Homemade Graham Crackers recipe comes together in about 20 minutes and requires just a simple mixing bowl, no fancy gadgets involved, which makes it a quick treat that your family will love! Switch up the flavors with different spices or use whatever leftover ingredients you have on hand. Trust me, these graham crackers are perfect for cozy family nights or as a fun baking activity with the kids, seriously, they’ll be begging for seconds!
Ingredients Breakdown
Before we dive in, let’s talk about the star ingredients that will help you whip up these delicious little squares of heaven.
- 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ cup Unsalted Butter (softened at room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Optional Topping: ½ teaspoon Cinnamon + ½ teaspoon Sugar + 1 tablespoon Milk
Step-by-Step Instructions
Establish that warm, inviting kitchen atmosphere, we’re about to make these graham crackers!
1. Preheat & Prep
First things first, let’s get that oven preheated to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure those crackers don’t stick.
2. Mix It Up
In a large bowl, combine all your dry ingredients: whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Give it a good stir to blend everything evenly. Now, it’s time to bring in your wet ingredients! Add the softened butter, milk, honey, and vanilla to the bowl, the dough should start to come together.
If the dough seems a little crumbly, you may need to add an extra splash of milk, about ½ teaspoon to 1 tablespoon, until it forms a cohesive ball. Trust me, you’ll know what I mean!
3. Roll Out
Once it’s formed, roll your dough into a flattened disk with your hands. Then grab your rolling pin and roll the dough ¼-inch thick between two pieces of parchment paper. Aim for even thickness so they bake uniformly!
4. Cut & Transfer
Using a 2-inch square cookie cutter (or whatever shape you fancy!), cut out your graham cracker shapes and carefully transfer them to your prepared baking sheet. Don’t forget to poke a couple of holes in each square with a fork, this helps them bake through while preventing puffy crackers!
5. Optional Topping
While this step is totally optional, if you’re feeling it, mix the ½ teaspoon of cinnamon and ½ teaspoon of sugar together in a small bowl. Brush the tops of your dough squares with a little milk and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top for that classic graham cracker taste!
6. Bake
Set the timer for 12 minutes! Bake until the tops are lightly golden brown, things may take anywhere from 12 to 18 minutes depending on your oven. Keep an eye on them; you want them just golden enough to be crisp but not burnt! They usually turn out perfect for me at about 16 minutes.
7. Cool & Store
Once baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. This is essential because they’ll firm up as they cool. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three weeks, but they usually don’t last that long around here!
Why I Love This Recipe
This Homemade Graham Crackers recipe is my go-to whenever I want a quick snack or a fun family project. It’s comfort food at its finest! Plus, I’m a real sucker for homemade treats that taste better than store-bought. The best part is that you can customize them based on what you have available in your pantry, so many options! Seriously, these graham crackers elevate s’mores or perfect for snacking straight from the jar!
If you loved this recipe, be sure to check out my Homemade Goldfish Crackers, my Vanilla Wafers, or my Homemade Gummy Peach Rings!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes from mixing to baking! Perfect for when you need a last-minute snack without a ton of fuss.
Customizable
Feel free to mix and match flavors! You can throw in some chocolate chips, or even some chopped nuts, whatever your family loves most will work great here!
Comfort Food
There’s something so satisfying about fresh, homemade treats. These graham crackers are perfect on their own or as a crunchy accompaniment to your favorite desserts!
Serving and Storage Tips
Serving Suggestions
These graham crackers are amazing on their own but shine even brighter when served with a side of your favorite dip, or as an ingredient in s’mores or cheesecakes!
Storage
Keep your homemade graham crackers fresh by storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for about two to three weeks. If they start to soften or lose their signature crunch, a quick re-bake in the oven can help revive them!
Freezer Friendly
Yes, you can freeze them! Just make sure they are in a well-sealed bag or container, and they’ll stay fresh for up to three months. When you’re ready to snack, let them thaw at room temperature.
Reheating Instructions
To enjoy that fresh-baked taste, just pop them back in a 300°F oven for about 5-8 minutes until they’re warm and slightly crisp again. You’ll get that ‘just baked’ feel all over again!
In the end, the time spent making these homemade graham crackers is absolutely worth every second. And trust me, your family will think so too, once they catch a whiff of that warm, cinnamon goodness wafting through your kitchen! Happy baking! Follow us on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration!
Homemade Graham Crackers
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients: whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to blend.
- Add softened butter, milk, honey, and vanilla to the dry mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- If the dough is crumbly, add an additional splash of milk until it becomes cohesive.
- Roll the dough into a disk between two pieces of parchment paper to ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut out shapes using a 2-inch cookie cutter and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet. Poke holes in each square with a fork.
- If desired, mix cinnamon and sugar together for topping. Brush the tops of dough squares with milk and sprinkle the mixture on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-18 minutes, until tops are lightly golden brown.
- Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet before storing them in an airtight container.