Cinnamon Graham Crackers

Homemade Cinnamon Graham Crackers are crisp, lightly sweet, and warmly spiced — a nostalgic treat perfect for snacking, dunking in milk, pairing with tea, or making s’mores. They’re simple to prepare, wonderfully aromatic, and far better than store-bought.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Crispy, lightly sweet, and warmly spiced
• Made with simple pantry ingredients
• Perfect for snacks, s’mores, and dessert bases
• Easy dough that rolls out beautifully
• Great for kids, lunchboxes, and homemade gifts

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• ⅓ cup honey
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Topping (Optional)

• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

3. Add the Butter

Cut in the cold cubed butter using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.

4. Add Wet Ingredients

Stir in honey, milk, and vanilla extract until a soft dough forms.
If the dough is sticky, chill for 10 minutes.

5. Roll the Dough

Divide the dough into two portions.
Roll each on a lightly floured surface to about ⅛-inch thickness.

6. Shape the Crackers

Cut into squares or rectangles.
Transfer to baking sheets.
Prick each cracker with a fork to create the classic graham cracker look.

7. Add the Topping (Optional)

Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon sugar.

8. Bake

Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges turn golden and crisp.
Cool completely — they get crunchier as they cool.

You Must Know

• Roll the dough evenly to ensure uniform crispness.
• For extra-crispy crackers, bake 2–3 minutes longer.
• Let crackers cool fully before storing so they stay crisp.
• Dough can be chilled for easier rolling.

Pro Tips

• Add nutmeg or cardamom for extra warmth.
• Use cookie cutters for fun shapes (great for kids!).
• Brush lightly with butter after baking for richer flavor.
• Make chocolate-dipped grahams for a sweet upgrade.

Ingredient Substitutions

• Honey: maple syrup or agave
• Brown sugar: coconut sugar
• Butter: coconut oil for dairy-free
• Whole wheat flour: oat flour for a softer cracker

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with coffee, tea, or warm milk
• Use for s’mores or cheesecake crust
• Spread with peanut butter, Nutella, or jam
• Crumble over yogurt or ice cream

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container for 1 week
• Keep away from humidity to maintain crunch
• Freeze dough for up to 2 months
• Freeze baked crackers up to 3 months (layer with parchment)

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make them softer instead of crisp?
Yes — roll them slightly thicker and bake 1–2 minutes less.

→ Why is my dough cracking while rolling?
It’s too cold — let it rest at room temperature for 5 minutes.

→ Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes — use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend, adding 1–2 tsp extra milk if needed.

→ Are they good for s’mores?
Absolutely — they hold up wonderfully and taste even better than store-bought.

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