Baked Zucchini Herb Crackers for Healthy Finger Foods Recipe
These Baked Zucchini Herb Crackers are a healthy and flavorful snack perfect for guilt-free finger foods. Made with grated zucchini, almond flour, and herbs, they offer a crunchy texture and a mix of savory Italian flavors. Naturally gluten-free and packed with wholesome ingredients, these crackers are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20-25 crackers 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Zucchini: Grate the zucchini finely, then place it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial to achieve crisp crackers.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, ground flaxseed, dried Italian herbs, garlic powder, and salt, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Combine Dough: Add the grated zucchini and olive oil to the dry mixture and stir until a cohesive dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Crackers: Transfer the dough onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Press and spread the dough into a thin, even layer, flattening it as much as possible for crispiness.
- Score Dough: Using a knife or pizza cutter, score the dough into individual cracker-sized squares to make breaking them apart easier after baking.
- Bake: Place the sheet in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the crackers turn golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking them into pieces and serving.
Notes
- Ensure you squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini to prevent soggy crackers.
- Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and for easier removal.
- These crackers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Feel free to customize the herbs to suit your taste, such as adding rosemary or thyme.
- For extra crispness, bake a few extra minutes but watch closely to prevent burning.
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