Pecan Crackers with Cranberries
These sweet, nutty pecan crackers with cranberries are crisp, flavorful, and perfect for cheese boards or snacking. Made from a simple loaf, thinly sliced and double-baked to golden perfection, they’re an easy and elegant treat for holidays, parties, or everyday enjoyment.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups & spoons
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Serrated knife
- Baking sheet
- Cooling rack
- Parchment paper
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup pumpkin or sunflower seeds optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar.
- Stir in buttermilk until just combined.
- Fold in pecans, cranberries, and optional seeds.
- Pour batter into the pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely, then wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Slice the loaf into thin slices (1/8 inch).
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, flip, and bake 10-15 minutes more until golden and crisp.
- Cool completely before storing.
Notes
Nutritional Info (approx. per 4 crackers):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 2g
