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Easy Honey Graham Crackers with Fresh Milled Flour

There’s something so satisfying about making treats from scratch, especially when they turn out buttery and fresh like these homemade graham crackers. Freshly milled flour brings a depth of flavor that store-bought versions just can’t match. And when those graham crackers start baking? Your whole kitchen smells like a warm, sweet hug from childhood.. If you’ve ever thought about trying your hand at cracker-making, this recipe is a gentle, delicious place to start.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword freshly milled graham crackers, graham crackers, honey graham crackers
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling 20 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings 28 graham crackers
Calories 103kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups fresh milled soft white wheat flour finely milled (325 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup softened butter 115 grams
  • 1 cup honey 307 grams
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, whip the honey until light and fluffy for about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the softened butter and beat until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, add the baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the flour and whisk together.
  • Add the flour mixture to the butter and honey and mix until combined.
  • Add the vanilla, then cover the bowl and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  • After 15 minutes, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk, depending on the consistency. The dough should be soft, but not sticky.
  • Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a rectangle.
  • Wrap in parchment paper or plastic wrap and freeze for 20-25 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • On a piece of parchment paper, roll the dough out into a rectangle. Roll it out very thin - about ⅛ of an inch. Make sure to keep the top of the dough floured as you are rolling it out so it doesn’t stick to the rolling pin.
  • Once rolled out, move the parchment paper to a baking sheet and bake for 12-17 minutes. If you want a softer graham cracker, cook for 12-13 minutes. For a more traditional, crunchy graham cracker, bake until the edges start turning a darker brown, about 15-17 minutes.
  • Immediately after taking out of the oven, cut the graham crackers into squares or rectangles.
  • If you want a traditional looking graham cracker, use a toothpick to poke holes into each piece.
  • Allow to cool completely, then break apart.
  • Repeat with the other half of the dough.

Notes

Freezing & Storing Leftovers
Freezing:
Store baked graham crackers in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying, no need to reheat.
Storing:
Keep graham crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Avoid humid environments to maintain their crispness.
 
Recipe Variations
Spelt Flour:
Spelt wheat berry can be used for spelt flour. is light and gives a lovely nutty flavor, you can change the soft white wheat 1:1 for spelt flour if desired
Spiced Up:
Increase the cinnamon or add a pinch of ground ginger or cloves for a warm spice blend twist.
Gluten-Free Option:
Substitute fresh milled whole wheat with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend while adjusting liquids for texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 2graham crackers | Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 107mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 102IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg