Sourdough Crackers

These buttery Sourdough crackers only require 4 ingredients to make and only a few minutes of hands on time. These crackers are thin, crispy and so delicious fresh out of the oven. The added flavor from the sourdough discard takes these up a notch. Add Italian seasoning, rosemary and sea salt, or Herbes de Provence to season your crackers, or leave plain with a sprinkle of sea salt.

The components

the cracker

The dough of the cracker is made with pantry staple ingredients. To make this whole batch of crackers, it probably costs around $1. You can’t beat that price at the grocery store and the flavor is just unmatched.

the flavors

The flavor of these homemade crackers is fully customizable. I chose to add rosemary and sea salt, but you could add freshly cracked pepper, green onions, Italian seasonings, or your own favorite seasoning blend. Get creative!

The ingredients

• sourdough discard – sourdough discard is a mixture of flour and water. It’s the main component of the crackers and gives the crackers their sturdy and crisp texture. The sourdough discard also adds a delicious tangy flavor to the crackers.
• salt – this contributes to the savory flavor of the crackers.
• Italian Seasoning – the Italian seasoning gives these crackers such delicious flavors. If you prefer a different blend of seasoning, you can certainly add it in place of the Italian seasoning (rosemary and sea salt are a great combo)

Here’s how to make these sourdough crackers

preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

mix the dough

Add the sourdough discard, butter, salt, and Italian seasoning. Mix with a whisk, wooden spoon or spatula to combine.

get the crackers ready to bake

Pour the cracker mixture onto your prepared parchment paper lined baking sheet. Spread with an offset spatula into a 12×11 inch rectangle. You want the batter to be thin so that the crackers get a nice crispy texture.

bake 10 minutes, then score

Bake the crackers 10 minutes in the oven, then remove from the oven and score with a pizza cutter. Cut the crackers into your desired length and width. It doesn’t have to be perfect. I had a variety of sizes in my batch.

bake roughly 10 more minutes

Bake the crackers 10 more minutes, then check on them. They may need another minute or two. Bake until the crackers are a light golden brown color.

Storage

Store these sourdough crackers in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Make sure you allow the crackers to completely cool before placing in your airtight container.

FAQ

1. Do I need a sourdough starter to make these? Yes, you need a sourdough starter to make these and I have a super easy recipe to get you started, here.
2. Can I add different flavors to the sourdough crackers? Absolutely! Feel free to substitute the Italian seasoning for another seasoning, such as rosemary and sea salt, or Herbes de Provence. You can also add parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese to the crackers if desired.
3. Can I freeze these sourdough crackers? Yes! After cooling the crackers to room temperature, place in an airtight container. They can be stored for up to 3 months. When you are ready to eat these, thaw in the refrigerator the night before. You can re-crisp the crackers by placing on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and baking in a 350F oven for a few minutes.
4. What can I use leftover sourdough starter or sourdough discard for? These sourdough crackers are one of my favorite recipes for using leftover sourdough starter or sourdough discard.

Here are a few other sourdough recipes I think you will love

• Sourdough Cinnamon Roll Focaccia
• Sourdough Cinnamon Bread
• EASY No Discard Sourdough Starter
• Super Easy Bubbly Sourdough Focaccia

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