Flax Seed Crackers Recipe

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For a crispy crunch and lots of satisfying fiber, look no further than these flax seed crackers! If you keep a well-stocked pantry, you probably have everything you need to make homemade flax crackers in about 30 minutes.

Once they’re baked, pair these salted flax crackers with cheeses and fruits, or pile them onto a charcuterie board! If you want another easy 3-ingredient cracker recipe, try my almond flour crackers.

What Are Flax Crackers?

Flax crackers have all the crisp crunch of conventional crackers, but include added flax seeds for a multigrain flavor and added fiber. Many of them are also lower in carbohydrates than crackers made with white flour only.

Why You’ll Love This Baked Flax Seed Crackers Recipe

  • Warm multigrain flavor
  • Crispy, crunchy texture
  • Just 3 simple ingredients, plus seasonings of your choice
  • Ready in about 30 minutes
  • Rich in fiber
  • Less than 1g net carbs per serving
  • Naturally keto, paleo, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and whole30
Flax crackers on a white surface

Flax Crackers Ingredients

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for keto flax meal crackers, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.

  • Golden Flaxseed Meal – This ground flaxseed has a flour-like texture and forms the base of the crackers. I prefer the more neutral flavor of the golden variety, but you can use brown flaxseed meal instead if you like.
  • Golden Flaxseeds – Adds more texture to the crackers. You could also substitute chia seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, shelled pumpkin seeds, or brown flax seeds. Or you could skip them altogether and use only flaxseed meal.
  • Spices – Salt, pepper, Italian seasoning (optional), and garlic powder (optional). You can substitute equal amounts of your favorite herbs and spices, such as paprika, rosemary, thyme, or onion powder.
  • Water – Helps activate the flaxseed meal so the crackers hold together.
Flax seed crackers ingredients in bowls

How To Make Flax Seed Crackers

This section shows how to make baked flax seed crackers with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full instructions, see the recipe card below.

  • Mix dry ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine flaxseed meal, flaxseeds, and spices.
Flax cracker dry ingredients mixed in a bowl
  • Add Water. Pour water into the bowl and mix well until a uniform dough takes shape.
Cracker dough with water added
  • Roll. Place the mixture between sheets of parchment and roll to 1/8-inch thickness.
Cracker dough rolled into sheet
  • Score. Remove the top layer of parchment and transfer dough to a baking pan. Score a grid of 1.5 inch squares.

TIP: Do not separate the crackers yet. You’ll be able to break them apart easily after baking, so no need to pull them apart now.

Cracker dough scored on a baking sheet
  • Bake. Bake crackers until lightly browned. Cool fully before breaking apart.
Fully baked flax seed crackers

Frequently Asked Questions

Are flax crackers keto?

While flax is naturally keto friendly, not all flaxseed crackers are keto because they can include high-carb ingredients like white flour. Always check labels to make sure your crackers are keto friendly. Better yet, make them yourself so you know for sure!

Why is the dough hard to roll?

Flaxseed meal creates a naturally sticky dough, but placing it between sheets of parchment will prevent it from sticking to your rolling pin.

Storage Instructions

Store salted flax crackers in an airtight container on the counter for 1-2 weeks.

Can you freeze flax crackers?

Yes! Make sure crackers are completely cooled, then store in an airtight container in the freezer.

Crackers made with flax on a plate

What To Serve With Flaxseed Crackers

These crackers taste so good all on their own, or paired with lots of dips and toppings!

More Grain-Free Cracker Recipes

Skip the high carbs, keep all the crispy crunch! If you like these keto crackers with flax, you’ll love these snackable recipes:

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Flax Seed Crackers Recipe

These low carb flax seed crackers are easy and crunchy! Learn how to make flax crackers at home with just 3 basic ingredients and customizable seasonings, all in 30 minutes.

Prep Time 12 minutes

Cook Time 18 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

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Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).

  2. In a large bowl, stir together the flaxseed meal, flaxseeds, sea salt, and black pepper. If desired, add the optional Italian seasoning and garlic powder, or any other dried herbs or spices that you like.

  3. Pour in the water and mix well, until a uniform dough forms.

  4. Place the dough between two lightly oiled pieces of parchment paper and roll out into a thin rectangle, about 12 x 9 inches (30 x 23 cm) and 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.

  5. Gently peel off the top piece of parchment paper. Slide the bottom piece of parchment with the dough onto a large baking sheet. Score in a grid pattern to make 1.5-inch (3.8 cm) square crackers. (You will break the crackers apart along the score lines later, after baking.)

  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until crackers are lightly browned.

  7. Cool completely before breaking apart.

Recipe Notes

Serving size: 6 crackers

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories 121

Fat 9.5g

Protein 4.2g

Total Carbs 6.8g

Net Carbs 0.5g

Fiber 6.3g

Sugar 0.4g

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