Flaxseed Sourdough Crackers
Unfed sourdough starter mixes with flour and flaxseed to make versatile and delicious crackers that are perfect for a cheese plate or a simple snack.
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- Serves: 5 persons
Ingredients
- ¼cup (60 grams) unfed sourdough starter discard
- 3tablespoons (25 grams) whole wheat pastry flour (plus more for rolling out the dough)
- ½cup (56 grams) flaxseed meal
- 4teaspoons (20 milligrams) olive oil
- ½teaspoon (2 grams) sea salt
- 1tablespoon (11 grams) seeds (sesame, poppy, sunflower, fennel, nigella, or a mix)
Instructions
Step 1
Gather the ingredients.Step 2
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a sheet pan with a silicone liner or parchment paper.Step 3
In a medium bowl, add all of the ingredients.Step 4
Stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until well mixed, about 1 minute.Step 5
Place the cracker dough in the center of the pan and press it down into a rectangle.Step 6
Dust the top of the dough with more flour.Step 7
Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a paper-thin rectangle (it’s OK if the shape isn’t perfect). You’re aiming for at least 1/16-inch thickness.Step 8
Use a pizza wheel or the tip of a sharp knife to score the dough into squares (so they break apart easily after they're baked).Step 9
Bake 15 to 18 minutes until golden and crisp.Step 10
Let cool for 15 minutes before breaking apart.Step 11
Serve immediately or store in a tightly sealed jar or tin for up to one week. Enjoy.