Crackers By Mollie Katzen Exclusive — A Recipe For Homemade Graham Free

Her work is a testament to the idea that cooking from scratch is a simple, radical, and joyful act. Through her hand-drawn cookbooks and her personable approach, she has empowered millions to find their way in the kitchen, treating recipes as a flexible guide rather than a rigid set of rules. In that spirit, I hope you take this recipe, make it your own, and discover the simple joy of a homemade graham cracker.

Using a ruler and a pastry wheel (or a sharp knife), score the rolled dough into 2-by-5-inch rectangles. Do not cut all the way through the parchment paper; simply cut through the dough.

Adds distinct floral sweetness and helps bind the dough. Her work is a testament to the idea

3 tablespoons whole milk (plus 1 extra tablespoon if dough is dry) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Step-by-Step Instructions:

Holds up beautifully under toasted marshmallows for s'mores. Tender Crumb: Melts in your mouth thanks to real butter. Ingredient Spotlight Using a ruler and a pastry wheel (or

Prep time: 20 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling time) Bake time: 12–15 minutes Yields: Approximately 24 to 30 crackers Ingredients 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour (or graham flour) 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon fine sea salt The Wet Ingredients:

Combine dry ingredients: In a bowl whisk together both flours, brown sugar, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger until evenly mixed. 3 tablespoons whole milk (plus 1 extra tablespoon

Spread almond butter or cashew butter between two squares for a high-energy afternoon snack. How to Store Your Crackers

While these crackers are spectacular on their own with a hot cup of tea or a cold glass of milk, they also serve as an excellent base for other culinary creations:

If your crackers are still a bit soft after cooling completely, you can return them to a 300°F (150°C) oven for 3 to 5 minutes to dry them out further.

This duo creates the iconic caramel-like undertone. Molasses adds moisture, color, and a sharp, nostalgic depth.