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3-Ingredient Seeded Crackers

These homemade seeded crackers are a wonderful addition to any snack cupboard or cheese board. Made with wholesome ingredients like wholemeal flour and heart-healthy olive oil, they offer a satisfying crunch and a rich, nutty flavour. The addition of fennel, sesame, or caraway seeds provides a lovely aromatic quality that pairs perfectly with savoury dips or a sharp cheddar.

As a low-sugar alternative to shop-bought biscuits, this recipe is incredibly easy to master and much more budget-friendly. The dough is quick to prepare in a food processor, making it a simple bake for beginners or busy households. Enjoy them as a healthy afternoon treat or pack them into lunchboxes for a nutritious, fibre-rich snack that keeps you full for longer.

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Ingredients for 3-Ingredient Seeded Crackers

  • 250g wholemeal flour

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more

  • 80ml olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 1 tablespoon fennel, sesame, and/or caraway seeds

How to make 3-Ingredient Seeded Crackers

Preheat oven to 191°C. Pulse flour and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor to combine. Stir oil, honey, and 160ml water in a liquid measuring cup. With motor running, add oil mixture to dry ingredients and continue to pulse until a ball of dough forms around blade.

Turn dough out onto a work surface. Divide in half. Cover one half with a moistened towel, then roll remaining half into a rough 15x10" rectangle. Repeat with second half. Transfer each to a large parchment-lined baking sheet. Using a pizza cutter or sharp paring knife, trim ragged edges. Cut each rectangle into 24 (6x4") pieces.

Fill a spray bottle with water and mist top of dough (or use a pastry brush to brush water on dough). Sprinkle with seeds and more salt. With your hands, press down lightly on dough to adhere seeds.

Bake crackers, rotating sheets halfway through and checking for doneness frequently toward end of baking time (they can quickly brown), until slightly brown and crunchy, 15–18 minutes. Let cool (they'll crisp up) before serving.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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    UK recipe editors
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