Quinoa Crackers

Crystal Margarine Recipes

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 20 crackers

If you’ve never made your own crackers before, this is quinoa cracker recipe is a must-try! Making crackers from scratch is easier than you think. This recipe comes together quickly with only a few simple wholesome ingredients, including quinoa and chia seeds. Bake up a batch of crunchy and versatile quinoa crackers and you’ll be hooked. Top these delightful little crackers with any topping you wish, and have peace of mind knowing that you’re getting a healthy dose of protein with your snack.

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ingredients

Quinoa crackers

3/4 cup

water

1/3 cup

chia seeds

3/4 cup

quinoa, cooked and cooled

1/3 cup

pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)

1/3 cup

sesame seeds

1/2 cup

tapioca flour

1/4 tsp

fine sea salt

1/4 cup

Crystal Margarine, melted

directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, mix the water and chia seeds together. Let stand 5 minutes until thickened.

Mix in the quinoa, pepitas, tapioca flour, and sesame seeds. Let stand 2 minutes longer. Stir in any additional spices or herbs if using.

Evenly spread quinoa mixture onto prepared baking sheet with spatula until it is between 1/8 inch (0.3 cm) to 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick. Brush with Crystal Margarine and sprinkle sea salt on top.

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from oven. Lift parchment onto cutting board and cut into 20 cracker-size shapes.

Turn over crackers with a spatula. Place parchment and crackers back on sheet. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes longer until golden at edges and set at centre. Transfer sheet to wire rack and cool completely on the sheet.