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Homemade Halloween Crackers

Homemade Halloween Crackers: Fun, Crispy Treats for All

These Homemade Halloween Crackers are fun, crispy treats that add a festive touch to any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 crackers
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Cracker Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 1 tablespoon sugar can be omitted for a savory flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt use coarse sea salt for sprinkling
For the Fat
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can be substituted with margarine or vegan butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil for an alternative
For Binding
  • 1/4 cup cold water ice water recommended for firm dough

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • cookie cutters

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Pulse for around 10 seconds until blended.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 15 seconds.
  4. Pour in the olive oil and pulse just until combined, about 10 seconds.
  5. Gradually add cold water through the feed tube, pulsing until a dough ball forms, around 30 seconds.
  6. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll out to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  7. Using cookie cutters, cut out shapes and poke holes in each cracker for even baking.
  8. Place the shapes onto the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy.
  9. Brush warm crackers with melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crackerCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze unbaked dough for up to 3 months.

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