For those following a ketogenic diet, finding satisfying and compliant snacks can sometimes be a challenge. Many traditional snack options are high in carbohydrates and unhealthy fats, making them unsuitable for a keto lifestyle. However, with a little creativity, it's possible to create delicious and satisfying keto-friendly snacks that will keep you on track with your dietary goals. One such snack is keto crackers. These crispy, low-carb crackers are perfect for pairing with cheese, dips, or enjoying on their own.
This article explores various keto cracker recipes, offering options that are easy to make, customizable, and packed with flavor. Whether you're craving a simple almond flour cracker or a flavorful garlic and herb variety, you'll find a recipe here to satisfy your cravings.
Why Keto Crackers?
Keto crackers offer several benefits for those following a ketogenic diet:
- Low in Carbohydrates: Keto crackers are made with low-carb ingredients like almond flour, coconut flour, and seeds, which helps to keep your carbohydrate intake within the desired range for ketosis.
- Gluten-Free: Most keto cracker recipes are naturally gluten-free, making them a great option for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
- Customizable: Keto crackers can be easily customized with your favorite herbs, spices, and seasonings to create a variety of flavor combinations.
- Easy to Make: Many keto cracker recipes require only a few simple ingredients and can be made in under 30 minutes.
- Versatile: Keto crackers can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, such as with cheese, dips, soups, or as part of a charcuterie board.
Basic Keto Cracker Recipe: Almond Flour and Chia Seeds
This recipe uses just three ingredients and doesn’t need any eggs. These crackers are so easy to make and are healthier than many crackers out there.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- Salt or other seasonings of choice
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, mix chia seeds with ½ cup water until evenly combined. Let sit for 10-15 minutes, until thick and gel-like.
- Stir in almond flour until a dough forms. The dough will be a little sticky but should hold together.
- Place dough between two pieces of parchment paper and roll into a thin approximate 12x12-inch square-the thinner you go, the crispier the crackers get.
- Remove the top layer of parchment paper. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into 1-inch squares. Sprinkle salt or whatever seasonings of choice on top of the dough.
- Transfer the parchment paper with the cut dough onto a large baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until browned. The edges will bake faster than the center, so start checking on the crackers at around 20-25 minutes and remove the outer crackers first and then let the center ones continue to cook.
- Let cool completely before separating into individual crackers. Store in an airtight container.
These crackers are crispy and thin. The crackers are a little plain on their own so I do recommend salt or other seasonings.
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Fathead Keto Crackers
These delicious and crispy keto crackers are made with low carb fathead keto dough.
Ingredients:
- Grated cheese (Mozzarella, gouda, or Monterey Jack)
- 1 TBS of butter
- Almond flour
- Coconut flour
- Sesame seeds
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of garlic
- Herbs
Instructions:
- In a microwave safe bowl, mix grated cheese with 1 TBS of butter, almond flour, coconut flour, sesame seeds, pinch of salt, pinch of garlic, herbs and sesame seeds.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove from microwave, stir well all the ingredients and knead the dough with your hands. If it's still not possible to knead, microwave for 30 seconds more and then knead the dough.
- Role the dough on a parchment paper and sprinkle with 1 TBS of sesame seeds if you like.
- Cut the crackers in a shape you prefer.
Keto Garlic and Herb Crackers
Enjoy the crispy goodness of Keto Garlic and Herb Crackers-a delightful blend of garlic and rosemary flavors in a low-carb, gluten-free treat. Perfect for pairing with your favorite dips, soups, and charcuterie boards.
Ingredients:
- Almond flour
- Shredded cheese
- Rosemary
- Garlic powder
- Salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a high-speed blender or food processor, add your almond flour, shredded cheese, rosemary, garlic powder, and salt, and blend well, until it forms a smooth dough. If the dough is too crumbly, add a tablespoon or two of water.
- Place a large sheet of parchment paper on a large cutting board or your kitchen counter. Transfer the dough onto it and place another sheet of parchment paper on top.
- Press the dough down before rolling it out using a rolling pin, until it is 1/4 inch in thickness.
- Using a pizza cutter, cut the dough into squares to form crackers.
- Transfer the crackers onto the lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
Two-Ingredient Keto Crackers
These keto crackers are made with just 2 ingredients: almond flour and cheese.
Ingredients:
- Almond flour
- Shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water (if needed)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add almond flour and shredded cheese to a food processor or high-speed blender and blend well until a dough appears. If the dough is too crumbly, add a little water.
- Place the dough onto a piece of parchment paper, and place another piece of parchment paper on top. Roll it out until flat and thin. Using a pizza cutter, cut the dough into squares.
- Place the crackers onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes before flipping and cooking for a further 5 minutes.
Variations and Tips
- Seasonings: Experiment with different herbs, spices, and seasonings to create your own unique flavor combinations. Some popular options include:
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Sesame seeds
- Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Red pepper flakes
- Herbs de Provence
- Cheese: You can use a variety of cheeses in your keto crackers, such as cheddar, mozzarella, gouda, or Monterey Jack.
- Nut Flours: While almond flour is a popular choice for keto crackers, you can also use other nut flours like coconut flour, cashew flour, or peanut flour.
- Seeds: Add seeds like flax seeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, or pepitas for added fiber, texture, and nutrients.
- Dairy-Free: To make dairy-free keto crackers, you can substitute the cheese with a mixture of 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of melted coconut oil.
- Thickness: Roll the dough out as thinly as possible for extra crispy crackers.
- Baking Time: Keep a close eye on the crackers while they are baking, as the edges tend to brown faster than the center. You may need to remove the outer crackers first and let the center ones continue to cook.
- Crisping Up: If your keto crackers become soft, you can crisp them back up by baking them for a few minutes until crisp again.
- Storage: Store keto crackers at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage.
Serving Suggestions
Keto crackers can be enjoyed in a variety of ways:
- With cheese and charcuterie
- With dips like guacamole, salsa, or keto-friendly cheese dips
- With soups or stews
- As a crunchy snack on their own
- As a base for appetizers
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