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    Home » Recipes by Course » Cookies and Snacks

    Published: Mar 28, 2019 · Modified: Jun 25, 2020 by Cathy · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Flax Seed Crackers

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    Flax Seed Crackers are a crisp, tasty treat that holds up well for travel or serving at parties. Suitable for keto, vegan, paleo, gluten free, nut free, and dairy free diets, they're easy to make and loaded with nutrients! They're perfect for packing into lunches, and serve well with cheeses, meats, nut butters, and spreads, or simply on their own.

    closeup of seedy crackers
    Flax Seed Crackers are very packable.

    Serving Suggestions

    Flax seed crackers form the base for party appetizers served alongside Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms.

    They are also an excellent accompaniment to soups such as dairy free Butternut Squash and Apple Soup or Creamy Roasted Sweet Potato Soup.

    flax seeds spilling from scoop onto wooden board
    Flax Seeds

    What are the benefits of flax seeds?

    Flax seeds are loaded with nutrients. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fibre, and high-quality protein. According to Healthline, they may reduce risk of cancer, improve cholesterol, lower blood pressure, help control blood sugar, and aid weight control.

    Flax seeds have been shown to balance estrogen and therefore decrease menopausal and hormone imbalance symptoms. They may even help to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

    Is flaxseed bad for you?

    Flax seeds are a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). This is one of the two essential fatty acids our bodies don't produce. We have to get them from our food. If you are vegetarian, flax seeds might be the best place for you to find your ALA.

    Men may have heard that ALA might raise their risk of getting prostate cancer. Not to worry. According to WebMD:

    It’s important to remember that the source of the alpha-linolenic acid is key. Alpha-linolenic acid from dairy and meat sources has been positively associated with prostate cancer. However, alpha-linolenic acid from plant sources, such as flaxseed, does not seem to affect prostate cancer risk. Men should not worry about getting alpha-linoleic acid from flaxseed.

    Flax Seed Crackers in a turquoise napkin-lined dish
    These seedy crackers are free from nuts, grains, and dairy.

    Is flax seed good for keto?

    Flax seed is good for the keto diet. The seeds are high in fibre, a good source of protein, and low in carbs.

    Does flax have carbs?

    Flax seeds are low in carbs. One tablespoon of flax seeds contains only 2 grams of total carbohydrates. Net carbs (total carbs minus fibre) are very low, 0.1 to 0.2 grams/tablespoon!

    More Gluten Free Cracker Recipes

    • Seed Crackers
    • Graham Crackers

    How to Make Flax Seed Crackers

    The key to making these seedy crackers is to let the seeds soak in water for fifteen minutes. The flax and chia seeds will magically absorb the water and give your batter a consistency that holds together well.

    Rolling Out Seed Crackers

    You can spread the seedy cracker batter out on a tray by hand if you don't have a rolling pin. However, the method that works best is the one in the recipe below. Oil your parchment paper with a little olive or avocado oil to keep the seeds from sticking.

    While thin crackers are great, a little thickness makes them stronger. This is important if you want to add meat, cheese, spreads, or vegetables to them. The dimensions I give in the recipe guide you to crackers that are the right thickness for strength and crispness.

    Baking Seed Crackers

    If you follow me on Instagram, you've probably noticed that I've been experimenting with these crackers for quite some time! It was the baking that I was trying to perfect. I tried high temperatures and low temperatures.

    I really did not want to have to flip the crackers over during baking. However, unless they are cooked for a very long time, they really do need to be turned for both sides to become crisp. In the end, I decided that the flipping step was preferred over a very long cooking time. In the video, you'll see how I do that. It's really not too difficult.

    I also prefer the crispness achieved by quicker cooking at the higher temperature rather than a long, slow dehydration.

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    flax seed crackers in a turquoise-napkin-lined oblong dish
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    Flax Seed Crackers

    Flax Seed Crackers are a very packable snack and great with cheese, fruit, nut butters, or on their own.
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 32 minutes
    Additional Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 57 minutes
    Servings 24 - 36 crackers
    Calories 35kcal
    Author Cathy

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup flax seeds
    • ¼ cup hemp seeds or hearts
    • ¼ cup sunflower seeds
    • ¼ cup sesame seeds
    • ¼ cup chia seeds
    • ¾ cup water
    • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¾ teaspoon rosemary
    • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 F.
    • Stir all of the ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes, so the chia seeds will absorb the water.
    • Lightly oil two sheets of parchment paper.
    • Pour the seed mixture onto the centre of the oiled side of one sheet. Place the second sheet, oiled side down, over the seed mixture.
    • Using a rolling pin, roll out the seed mixture to a rectangle approximately 10 X 13 inches (25.4 cm X 30 cm).
    • Slip the parchment with the seed mixture onto a baking pan. Peel off the top layer of parchment paper.
    • Bake for 20 minutes.
    • Remove from oven. Cut crackers into a few large pieces for easy flipping. Turn them over. Continue to cut crackers into the size and shape you prefer.
    • Return to oven for another 12 to 15 minutes or until they are dry and just starting to toast around the edges.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cracker | Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 99mg | Fiber: 1g
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    Comments

    1. Suzanne says

      April 02, 2019 at 1:50 pm

      Very rarely do I have all of the right ingredients on hand for a recipe, but today I have EVERY SINGLE ONE of these!! This is just the recipe I need to try tonight!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        April 02, 2019 at 3:02 pm

        How wonderful, Suzanne! I hope you enjoy the crackers as much as I do!

        Reply
    2. Renee D Kohley says

      April 09, 2019 at 11:36 am

      Much easier than I was imagining and such simple wholesome ingredients! Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        April 09, 2019 at 11:42 am

        Thank you, Renee! That's the way I like them. I don't have time for complicated recipes!

        Reply
    3. Jean says

      April 09, 2019 at 6:48 pm

      Grain free crackers are the best! These look so amazing and crispy.

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        April 09, 2019 at 8:28 pm

        Thanks, Jean! I love that they're so tasty and nutritious!

        Reply
    4. Tessa Simpson says

      April 10, 2019 at 9:15 am

      Seed-licious! Totally crunchy and satisfying, thanks for a yummy recipe!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        April 10, 2019 at 12:23 pm

        You're welcome, Tessa! Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    5. Raia Todd says

      April 10, 2019 at 11:38 am

      Love all the seeds you've packed into these crackers! They sound yummy!

      Reply
      • Cathy says

        April 10, 2019 at 12:18 pm

        Thanks, Raia!

        Reply
    6. Julie says

      October 07, 2021 at 5:20 am

      These sound lovely, but I just wish you would use grams , I hate cups !

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      • Cathy says

        October 07, 2021 at 9:52 am

        Thank you for your input, Julie. I have started to use grams on my newer recipes, and I'll make a note to include them for this recipe the next time I make it.

        Reply

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