Peanut Butter Crackers – Crispy, Buttery Vegan Snacks
Irresistibly crispy peanut butter crackers that are savory, slightly spicy, and dangerously addictive.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Cookie cutters (1-2 inches in diameter)
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
Ingredients
- 1½ teaspoons tamari or soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot chili oil or substitute with canola oil for milder flavor
- 1 teaspoon canola oil or substitute with hot chili oil for extra heat
- 3 tablespoons 48 g peanut butter of choice
- ¼ cup 40 g brown rice flour
- ¼ cup 40 g white whole wheat flour
- 3 tablespoons 24 g cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons 16 g nutritional yeast
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ cup 60 ml plain or unsweetened soy or other nondairy milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, gas mark 4).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- With an electric mixer, cream together the tamari, oils, and peanut butter until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flours, cornstarch, nutritional yeast, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Add the nondairy milk a little at a time, mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
- Roll the dough out between two sheets of parchment paper or silicone mats to a thickness of about ⅛ inch (3 mm).
- Use small cookie cutters (1-2 inches in diameter) to cut out shapes.
- Re-roll scraps and repeat until all dough is used.
- Arrange the crackers on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly browned.
- Adjust baking time if using larger cutters.
- Let the crackers cool on the baking sheets before serving.
Variation:
- Extra Nutty: Add 1 tablespoon of chopped peanuts for a crunchier texture.
- Sweet & Savory: Add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup for a hint of sweetness.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair with a semi-dry Riesling or a sparkling cider for a delightful contrast.
Pair with a semi-dry Riesling or a sparkling cider for a delightful contrast.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 55 kcal | Carbohydrates: 6 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 3 g | Salt: 55 mg