Ingredients
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- Unsalted crackers (e.g., saltine or soda crackers)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for the dough)
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for the coating)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until incorporated.
- Add softened butter and 1/4 cup sugar to the dry mix. Blend until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into 1/2-inch strips with a sharp knife or pastry cutter.
- Arrange strips on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden. Cool for 5 minutes.
- Mix cinnamon and 3/4 cup sugar in a bowl. Toss baked crackers in the mixture for an even coating.
- Sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar for extra flavor. Let cool completely.
Notes
- Add melted chocolate drizzle or crushed nuts for variety.
- Adjust the cinnamon-sugar ratio to your taste.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg