Seeded Carrot Crackers
Crackers are a favourite amongst young children. However, most crackers are filled with processed flours, too much salt and flavours. These crackers are the exception and are loaded with healthy fats, protein, and fibre, and are still super crunchy and delicious. They work well in a lunchbox, and as a snack and taste delicious when layered with a healthy dip or a slice of cheese.
DIETARY: V, VEG, DF, EF, NF
ALLERGENS: Wheat, Sesame
AGE GROUP: 8 months+
SERVES: 25
PREP: 15 mins
COOK: 25-30 mins
EQUIPMENT: High-speed food processor
INGREDIENTS:
½ cup (80g) pumpkin seeds
¼ cup (40g) sunflower seeds
¼ cup (30g) sesame seeds
¼ cup (40g) flaxseed
¼ cup (40g) chia seeds
1 cup (140g) wholemeal spelt flour
½ cup (80g) carrot, peeled and finely grated
2 tbsp (40ml) extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp (40ml) vegetable stock or water
Pinch of sea salt
METHOD:
Preheat oven to 180°C and gather two baking trays.
Place all seeds into a food processor and pulse until smooth.
Add remaining ingredients and process until just combined. Add a little more stock if needed. Using your hands, gently bring mixture together and form into a ball, divide into 2.
Place each ball in between two sheets of baking paper and roll to 3-4mm thickness. Remove the top baking sheet and transfer to baking tray.
Bake for 25-30 mins or until golden and crisp.
Allow to cool on tray, they will firm up upon cooling. Break into pieces to serve.
STORING LEFTOVERS:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 14 days or freeze for up to 4 months.
TIPS:
Prep tips:
If dough seems too sticky, add more flour.
Allergies:
For a gluten-free version: Swap wholemeal spelt flour for brown rice flour or a gluten-free flour mix.
For a sesame-free version: Swap sesame seeds for seeds of choice.
Easy ingredient swaps:
Swap seeds for seeds of choice.
Swap carrot for zucchini.
Additional boosters:
Boost with ¼ cup of nutritional yeast before processing.
Baby-friendly version:
Serve in finger food-sized pieces.
For fussy eaters:
Blend the seeds into a fine meal before adding to the mix.
Cut out funny shapes before baking the crackers.