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Published: May 15, 2020 ยท Last Updated On: Sep 25, 2024 by Natasha Minocha

Sourdough Crackers

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Sourdough crackers are the quintessential snack โ€“ thin, crispy, and addictive. Eat them as-is, dip them in healthy hummus, or smear them with soft ricotta cheese.

sourdough crackers in a small bowl.

I donโ€™t have empty stomachs at my home. They are endlessly hungry, bottomless pits. By the time the table is cleared of lunch stuff, at least one person is ready with the question โ€œwhatโ€™s for snacks?โ€ Which means I have an oeuvre of snackable treats. 

This time it is ultra-thin and crispy sourdough crackers made out of starter discard.

Sourdough Crackers  in a bowl with ingredients around.

Whatโ€™s sourdough starter discard?

When you have a sourdough starter at home, a sheer amount of it goes to waste. Every time you feed the starter; you have to do away with a certain quantity.

The discard is perfectly usable and chucking it in the bin is a travesty. And I do try to follow a zero-waste policy in my kitchen. Thatโ€™s why Iโ€™ve cooked up a storm with sourdough starter discard, from paranthas to waffles toย banana cinnamon pancakes to sourdough banana bread!

So, when I saw the starter jar get too full and the call for snacks rising in pitch yet again, I thought now is a great time to try sourdough crackers. 

How to Make Sourdough Crackers?

Store-bought crackers are convenient, sure, but to my palate, they are lifeless and utterly bland. I switched to homemade crackers because they have an unbeatable fresh taste, and give me complete control over the amount of salt, sugar, and fats in it. Plus, making them is as easy as opening a box.  

You mix the sourdough starter discard with a combination of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, salt, olive oil, and a touch of paprika and knead it into a pliable dough. 

Dough for Sourdough Crackers | Easy Vegan Sourdough Cracker Recipe

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it sit for some time because a well-rested dough rolls out like a dream. After it's relaxed a bit, take it out, divide it into two, and then working with one piece at a time, using a rolling pin to make thin sheets.

The power-to-be on the internet say that the rolled-out dough has to be 1/16th of an inch. I have no idea if my dough reached this exalted thinness (couldnโ€™t be bothered to measure), but I did make them as slim and even as possible. If you have a pasta machine at home, use it. The dough will turn out to be paper-thin and absolutely level.

 Rolled out dough for Sourdough Crackers | Easy Vegan Sourdough Cracker Recipe

Baking the sourdough crackers

On both pieces of the rolled out dough, brush olive oil, and then any topping of your choice. I dusted a fantastic Middle Eastern seasoning mix, zaโ€™atar, on one half and Italian seasoning on the other half.

Finish off by sprinkling a bit of sea salt on top (in my haste, I forgot to add it on one half of the dough, and you can certainly tell the difference).

Take a sharp knife, or a pizza cutter, or a pastry cutter (whatever is in your drawer) and cut the thin sheets in squares (or any shape you prefer). Transfer the squares on Silpat or a baking paper-lined tray and bake! Or you can simply roll out the dough on a sheet of baking paper and cut into desired shapes and transfer the sheet onto your baking trayโ€ฆ

Sourdough Crackers | Easy Vegan Sourdough Cracker Recipe

Quick Notes

For the paprika, degi mirch powder works in a pinch because it gives the crackers a lovely hue and just a tad bit of flavour.

When you knead the dough, if itโ€™s too soft and sticky, add in more flour. If the dough is dry-ish, increase the amount of sourdough starter discard.

For all those who have little ones at home and want them involved in the baking, forgo a knife. Use a cookie cutter to cut the rolled-out dough into cute and fun shapes.

When baking, keep an eye out. Stop when they are lightly golden brown because sourdough crackers become crisper as they cool.

Sourdough Crackers | Easy Vegan Sourdough Cracker Recipe

Variations of sourdough crackers

Making your own crackers really couldnโ€™t be simpler. The ingredients are straight from your pantry shelf, and you need no special equipment. Within an hour, you have homemade crackers ready to your liking.

The best part? You can take the recipe in any direction your taste buds desire. For the toppings, you can replace the seasoning withย cumin, sesame seeds, or even dried herbs. For a touch of Indianness, tryย ajwain crackers, or a mix ofย kasoori methiย andย chaat masala.ย 

If youโ€™re in the mood for a burst of colors and some fun, add a smidgen of turmeric or beetroot powder or pureed spinach to the dough. Fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary are also a lovely complement to the sourdough flavor. Knead a small handful of them in the dough.

While the sourdough starter discard does give the crackers a tangy, almost cheese-like flavor, you can take it up a notch and mix grated cheese in the dough. Throw in some garlic powder to get the match made in heaven.

Sourdough Crackers | Easy Vegan Sourdough Cracker Recipe

Serving the Sourdough Crackers

Sourdough is supposedly excellent for your gut, but that wasnโ€™t just the impetus for making the crackers. It was to keep the permanent snackers at my home happy and satiated.

Sourdough crackers are an ideal snack on their own to have by the fistful. But I served them on an insanely delicious and nutritious platter with a side of hummus (keep your eyes peeled for a classic hummus blog) and some olives. 

Classic Hummus & Sourdough Crackers

Half the joy of cooking is sharing it with others. Thatโ€™s why Iโ€™m always eager to hear from you. So go right ahead & drop a comment or reach out on Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or Facebook. I hope you love these sourdough crackers as much as we do!

๐Ÿ“– Recipe

Sourdough Crackers

Natasha Minocha
Sourdough crackers are the quintessential snack - thin, crispy, and addictive. So good to nibble on as is or with your favorite dip!
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 60 crackers
Calories 23 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup All purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Wholewheat flour
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/4 cup Sourdough starter discard

Topping

  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Zataar
  • 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • Sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine both the flours, salt, paprika, olive oil, and sourdough starter discard in a large bowl.
  • Use a fork or your hands to bring all the ingredients together. Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes till you get a soft, pliable dough.
    The dough should not be sticky. If it is, add more flour. If it's too dry, add more discard or water.
  • Cover the dough with a damp kitchen towel and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 180C. Line a baking tray with silpat or parchment paper.
  • Divide the dough in half.
  • Using a rolling pin, roll out each dough into a large rectangle or circle. Don't worry if it's not perfectly shaped.
  • Roll out dough as thinly and evenly as possible, about 1/16th of an inch.
  • Brush liberally with olive oil and sprinkle zataar on one rolled out sheet. And Italian seasoning on the other. You can use one or the other. Or whatever else you prefer to use. Sprinkle some sea salt.
  • Using a sharp knife, pizza cutter or a pastry cutter, cut into small squares. Or whatever shape you prefer.
  • Transfer the cut-out dough on to the prepared baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes or until light golden brown. These will harden more as they cool.
  • Cool completely and serve with hummus or any dip of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 23kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 0.4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 29mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 19IUVitamin C: 0.004mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.2mg
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  1. Ren says

    July 02, 2024 at 9:30 pm

    Can I use all all-purpose flour instead of using whole wheat?

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      July 03, 2024 at 3:33 pm

      Hello! Yes, you can. Happy baking ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  2. Natasia says

    April 05, 2022 at 10:41 am

    Do you think I could make these gf? I have a gf Sourdough starter.

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      April 07, 2022 at 11:51 am

      Hi, I think this would work. Please do share how they turned out for you. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. Heidi Braunschweig says

    February 17, 2022 at 6:16 am

    You have salt listed twice in the dough list, how much should be used? Thanks

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      February 23, 2022 at 12:58 pm

      Hi Heidi, thank you for pointing that out! I have fixed this on the recipe card. Please use 3/4 tsp. Thank you for following along. I really appreciate it. xx

      Reply
  4. Lisa says

    November 17, 2021 at 9:28 am

    Would the whey from making ricotta work instead of the sour dough starter?

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    • Natasha Minocha says

      November 18, 2021 at 2:43 pm

      Hi Lisa, the flavor from the whey will be different from the sd starter. But it's a great idea to use it here for the crackers. Happy baking! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  5. Anna says

    March 15, 2021 at 4:24 pm

    Can I make this without sourdough discard?

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      March 16, 2021 at 12:46 pm

      Hi Anna, I haven't tried these without the discard, but I think you can yogurt instead. Do let me know how these worked out for you. xx

      Reply
  6. Ramya Devaraj says

    March 07, 2021 at 6:09 pm

    5 stars
    Obsessed with these sourdough crackers, they disappear as soon as I make them! I don't have zataar at home so used a mix of oregano, sea salt and chilli flakes. Was really delicious

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      March 08, 2021 at 10:42 am

      Thanks so much, Ramya! Your spice mix sounds divine! xx

      Reply
  7. Joan C says

    February 02, 2021 at 6:52 pm

    5 stars
    This is SO good! My favourite new snack โค๏ธโค๏ธ

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      February 03, 2021 at 12:10 pm

      So happy to hear that, Joan! Thank you for following along!xoxo

      Reply
  8. Anita says

    July 30, 2020 at 3:47 pm

    Thank you ..perfect recipe

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      July 31, 2020 at 10:02 am

      So happy you like it, Anita! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  9. Nidhi Agarwal says

    June 30, 2020 at 10:44 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much for sharing recipe. Today i made this. This came out so well and very yummy ????

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      July 01, 2020 at 9:59 am

      Thank you so much for following along and for your lovely feedback Nidhi! Lots of love

      Reply
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