Description
Crispy and flavorful sourdough crackers made from sourdough discard, olive oil, and parmesan cheese, seasoned with Italian herbs and sage. Perfect as a crunchy snack or appetizer, these crackers are easy to prepare and bake in under an hour.
Ingredients
Cracker Dough
- 1 cup sourdough discard (active starter will also work)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground sage
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the crackers from sticking during baking.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine sourdough discard, olive oil, shredded parmesan cheese, salt, ground sage, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well incorporated to form a spreadable batter.
- Spread batter: Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and use a spatula to spread it into a thin, even layer. The thinner you spread the batter, the crunchier the resulting crackers will be.
- Bake initial phase: Bake the mixture for 15 minutes to start setting the crackers.
- Score crackers: Remove from the oven and use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to pre-cut the baked dough into squares or desired shapes to facilitate snapping apart after baking.
- Bake until golden: Return the pan to the oven and continue baking for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crackers turn golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and serve: Allow the crackers to cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before breaking them apart and serving. Enjoy your crunchy sourdough crackers!
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle additional parmesan or herbs on top before baking.
- Ensure the batter is spread thin for optimal crispiness.
- Store crackers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Use active sourdough starter if discard is not available for a better rise and flavor.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
