Wheat Crackers

12 servings

15 minutes

Wheat crackers are a crunchy treat with deep roots in Russian cuisine. Their recipe originates from the traditions of home baking, where the combination of flour, honey, molasses, and cinnamon gives them a cozy aroma and rich flavor. The light sweetness of honey harmoniously intertwines with the warmth of spices, creating a balanced taste with a delicate crispy texture. These crackers are perfect as an independent treat for tea or coffee and as a base for cheese or fruit snacks. Due to their simplicity in preparation and the availability of ingredients, they have become a beloved homemade snack. Their versatility allows for experimentation with add-ins, giving each cookie a unique flavor nuance. These crackers exemplify simple yet refined Russian baking that warms with their taste and aroma.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 176
• Proteins: 1.4g
• Fats: 10.1g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 1 glass
• Brown sugar: 0.5 glass
• Sea salt: 1 g
• Soda: 1 tsp
• Honey: 0 g
• Ground cloves: 0.1 tsp
• Whole milk: 0.3 glass
• Sugar: 0 g
• Ground cinnamon: 1 g
• Butter: 6 tbsp
• Molasses: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Mix the dry ingredients.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 glass
   • Brown sugar: 0.5 glass
   • Sea salt: 1 g
   • Soda: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cloves: 0.1 teaspoon

2. Mix melted butter, honey, molasses, and milk in a separate container.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 6 tablespoons
   • Honey: 0 g
   • Molasses: 1 tablespoon
   • Whole milk: 0.3 glass

3. Add liquid ingredients to dry ones, mixing continuously. Place the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 glass
   • Brown sugar: 0.5 glass
   • Sea salt: 1 g
   • Soda: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cloves: 0.1 teaspoon
   • Butter: 6 tablespoons
   • Honey: 0 g
   • Molasses: 1 tablespoon
   • Whole milk: 0.3 glass

4. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Grease two sheets of parchment paper with oil. Sprinkle with flour and shake off.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 6 tablespoons

5. Take the chilled dough out of the refrigerator and divide it into two parts. Roll one part out to 3 mm, sprinkling flour on the rolling pin to prevent sticking.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 glass

6. Cut the dough into 5 rectangles and place them on a baking paper. Prick with a fork to make holes.

7. Mix sugar and cinnamon and generously sprinkle them on the crackers.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 0 g
   • Ground cinnamon: 1 g

8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges darken. Place the crackers on a rack to cool and repeat with the remaining dough.