Homemade Crackers

Method

13 steps

1. 1

   CRACKERS

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

3. 3

   Place the flour, baking powder, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to combine.

4. 4

   Add the cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

5. 5

   Add the olive oil and pulse briefly to incorporate.

6. 6

   With the processor running, slowly pour in the cold water until the dough just comes together. (You may not need all the water.)

7. 7

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times to bring it together into a smooth ball.

8. 8

   Divide the dough in half. Roll each portion out on parchment paper to about 1/8 inch thick — the thinner the dough, the crispier the cracker.

9. 9

   Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to score the dough into 1-inch squares (or any shape you like). For the classic look, prick the center of each cracker with a fork or toothpick.

10. 10

    Transfer the parchment with the dough onto a baking sheet.

11. 11

    Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.

12. 12

    Immediately brush the warm crackers with the melted butter and sprinkle generously with coarsely ground sea salt.

13. 13

    Let cool completely on a wire rack — the crackers will crisp up as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.