Cassava Crackers (GF, plant-based, oil-free, vegan crackers)

Cassava crackers are quickly turning into one of my favorite crackers. This deliciously light, crispy, flavorful crackers are oil free, grain-free, and packed full of beautiful seeds. I have found that I need to make multiple batches in order to keep up with how fast they disappear. Super easy to make, plant-based, dairy free, gluten-free, paleo and vegan. This is a recipe for the books!

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Why are These Crackers so AMAZING?

Super Healthy:

These crackers are low in fat and calories. It is a good source of vitamin C, and perfect for people with various kinds of food allergies. This flour is versatile as well, because you can use cassava in a wide range of recipes. Wherever you might need a paleo flour when baking, cassava may be the perfect choice.

Allergy-Friendly:

These Cassava Crackers can be enjoyed by almost everybody. They are free of the top 8 allergens, which according to the FDA, are milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans. So these crackers are a perfect choice for people with allergies, but it is also a perfect choice for anyone that likes crackers. This recipe can also be easily adapted if you need to make further ingredient changes.

It is Gluten Free:

This recipe is gluten-free, perfect for those wanting a delicious cracker without wheat. Cassava flour does not contain any gluten but it holds together as it’s a good source of resistant starch to give you a similar texture.

Oil-Free:

These wonderful crackers are also oil free, but you will not be able to tell.

Tastes Amazing:

This cassava flour recipe is hands down one of the best crackers I have had in my life; they taste amazing.

Last week my family and I spent some time in Boston! We decided to try a new restaurant. I had no idea what the food options would be, but I knew that everything would taste better with crackers. So we walked across the busy streets of Boston carrying a batch of these crackers. The restaurant was amazing, providing us with healthy food, but in my opinion, these crackers made the lunch taste even better. We so enjoyed these tasty crackers with our meal.

Let’s Talk Crackers Ingredients:

What is Cassava Flour?

Cassava Flour is made from the Cassava or Yuca Root. It is dried and ground into flour. It is often combined with tigernut flour, but we aren’t doing that here because it can be difficult to get ahold of.

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What is Your Favorite Brand of Cassava Flour?

I like to use Otto’s Naturals Flour. It comes in both non-organic and organic options. It is made from 100% Yuca root. Easy to work with and quite delicious in taste. You can find it on Amazon or your local health food store. Click Here to buy it on Amazon!

Seeds:

My favorite thing about these crackers is that they are packed full of seeds. The seeds add such crunch and depth of flavor, in addition to extra fiber and a variety of nutrients.

I like to use a combination of sunflower, flax seeds, and sesame seeds, but feel free to experiment with other seeds as well.

Olives: 

To keep this recipe oil free, we make an olive paste by blending a few canned green olives in a blender. This gives the crackers flavor and texture without using the more refined oil. It is incredible how well this works. You won’t miss the oil in the least.

Water:

Adding warm water helps this dough come together nicely.

Salt:

Adding a little bit of salt to this recipe helps to bring out the flavor. You can adjust the salt to your liking.

How to Make Crackers:

Step One: Mix the Dry Ingredients:

In a bowl, mix the cassava flour, seeds, and salt.

Step Two: Make The Olive Paste

In a blender, add the olives and some juice from the can of olives. Blend into a paste and add to the dry mixture.

Step Three: Add Water

Add warm water to the dry ingredients and mix into a dough. Mix just until the flour is incorporated and no dry mixture is visible.

Step Four: Roll out the Dough and Bake

One of my top tips for making this recipe is to use parchment paper when rolling out the dough. It saves you time and effort as the gluten free dough will be much less messy. You can bake the crackers right on the parchment paper. A good quality parchment paper is a useful and time-saving item to have. Click Here for the one I use on Amazon!

Roll the dough out between two pieces of parchment paper. I like to roll the dough out pretty thin so that my crackers are super crispy. Bake for 50 minutes at 300F.

Sometimes, I will turn off the oven, crack the door slightly to cool the oven, and then leave the crackers in the oven to crisp up further.

How to serve Crackers:

There are so many serving options for this delicious cracker, it’s hard to know where to begin.

Top these grain-free crackers with your favorite toast toppings. Hummus, tapenade, and avocado slices always get a winning vote around my house.

My favorite way to eat them is plain with a beautiful bowl of soup.  These crackers are crispy and absolutely delicious.

Perfect Dips and Spreads for Cassava Crackers:

• Quick & Easy Classic Hummus
• Green Olive Tapenade
• Spinach Artichoke Dip
• Roasted Garlic & Herb Cheesy Spreadable Dip

Frequently Asked Questions: 

How should the Crackers be Stored?

Once the crackers have cooled completely, store them in an airtight container. These crackers will last up to six months, but they make a great snack or addition to any meal, which means they aren’t likely to last that long. It’s the perfect recipe. 

If you’d rather store these in the pantry, you should make sure they are stored in a cool, dry place.

Can I make this recipe without Sesame Seeds?

Yes! You can substitute the sesame seeds for your favorite seed. While sesame seeds are my favorite, you can also use sunflower seeds, pine nuts, or your favorite seeds. The seeds give it a deeper, earthier flavor. 

Is Cassava flour gluten-free?

Yes! These cassava crackers are completely gluten-free and grain free. The flour is a versatile gluten-free option.

Is this recipe oil-free?

Yes! We use olives in this recipe to keep these crackers on the healthier side. Excess oil can be a difficult thing to balance in vegan recipes because there are so many ingredients that you substitute oil with. This recipe doesn’t have that problem, and instead utilizes the natural moisture of the olives. By adding the olives, you don’t have to add any oil to the recipe.

Are Crackers Crispy in Texture?

Yes! They are incredibly crispy crackers! Should you accidentally make them a little too thick, bake them in the oven for a few extra minutes until you reach the desired crispness. It is also a good idea to flip the crackers midway through the baking. This ensures that the crackers are super crispy.

How long will Crackers last?

The crackers do not contain any dairy or gluten which means they will last for a couple of weeks at room temperature in an airtight container or up to 6 months in the freezer. Though, in my family, they disappear before they make it to the freezer. You can use these cassava crackers as your go-to crackers for just about any meal or snack without the guilt. 

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