Old-Fashioned Graham Crackers with Turbinado Sugar

Vegetarian
Old-Fashioned Graham Crackers with Turbinado Sugar
45 min.
24
114kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of homemade Old-Fashioned Graham Crackers! If you’ve ever bitten into a store-bought graham cracker and wondered if you could achieve that same sweet and buttery flavor at home, you’re in for a treat. This recipe not only delivers the nostalgic taste we all adore but also adds a touch of natural sweetness with turbinado sugar, giving each bite a lovely crunch.

These graham crackers are versatile, making them perfect for a variety of occasions. Whether you’re looking for a wholesome snack to enjoy with your afternoon tea, a crunchy base for a cheesecake, or a fun addition to your next charcuterie board, this recipe fits the bill. The combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour gives them a satisfying texture, while the hint of cinnamon brings warmth that is simply irresistible.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 24, making them an excellent choice for gatherings or family snacking. With easy-to-follow steps and common kitchen equipment, you’ll find that baking your own crackers is rewarding and fun. Plus, the aroma that fills your kitchen will have everyone eagerly awaiting their first taste. So gather your ingredients, and let’s dive into the charming process of creating your very own Old-Fashioned Graham Crackers!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted at room temperature (1 stick)
  • 0.3 cup flour whole wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer
  • cookie cutter
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flours, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until the mixture is light yellow and fluffy, about 3 minutes. With the mixer on low speed, add a third of the flour mixture and 1/4 cup of water.
  3. Mix for 30 seconds. Repeat this step once, then add the remaining flour mixture and mix just to combine. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for about 10 seconds. Divide the dough in half. Cover one half with plastic wrap and set it aside.
  4. Place a sheet of parchment paper on a work surface, put the dough on the parchment, and top with a second sheet of parchment.
  5. Roll the dough out to about 1/8-inch thickness. Repeat with the second half of the dough. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  7. Remove the dough from the refrigerator, peel off both sheets of parchment, and put the dough on a cutting board. Using a square cookie cutter, cut out the dough, rerolling the scraps twice.
  8. Put the cookies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  9. Sprinkle each cookie with a pinch of turbinado sugar.
  10. Bake, rotating the sheet halfway through, for 20 minutes, or until the cookies are a dark golden color around the edges.
  11. Let cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Reprinted from One Girl Cookies: Recipes for Cakes, Cupcakes, Whoopie Pies, and Cookies from Brooklyn's Beloved
  13. Bakery by Dawn Casale and David Crofton. Copyright © 2012 by One Girl Cookies Ltd. Photos copyright © 2012 by Iain Bagwell. Published by Clarkson Potter/Publishers, a division of Random House, Inc.

Nutrition Facts

Calories114kcal
Protein4.94%
Fat31.27%
Carbs63.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.25
Glycemic Load
9.38
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.1860869721226%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:113.93kcal
5.7%
Fat:4g
6.15%
Saturated Fat:2.45g
15.33%
Carbohydrates:18.34g
6.11%
Net Carbohydrates:17.88g
6.5%
Sugar:8.49g
9.43%
Cholesterol:10.17mg
3.39%
Sodium:37.15mg
1.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.42g
2.84%
Selenium:4.85µg
6.92%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.86%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.57%
Folate:22.16µg
5.54%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.79%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.67%
Iron:0.62mg
3.43%
Vitamin A:118.36IU
2.37%
Phosphorus:18.38mg
1.84%
Fiber:0.46g
1.84%
Copper:0.02mg
1.22%
Magnesium:4.65mg
1.16%
Source:Epicurious