Homemade Gluten-Free Graham Crackers Recipe | GFP (2024)

These graham crackers are buttery, crispy, and perfectly sweetened. Enjoy them as is, or use them in recipes calling for gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.

What we're covering in this post: Ingredients in gluten-free graham crackers, how to make gluten-free graham crackers, tips for making gluten-free graham crackers, what flours to use, and answers to frequently asked questions.

Homemade graham crackers are so much more delicious and satisfying than store-bought varieties. These gluten-free graham crackers are well worth the half-hour that you'll spend making them. Did you know there is a flour called Graham flour in graham crackers?

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Gluten-Free Graham Crackers Recipe

Graham crackers are such a simple thing, but when you are gluten-free and you can't eat them, you might do anything to figure out how to make them yourself.

Nothing else is like the flavor and texture of graham crackers, but this gluten-free graham crackers recipe does an amazing job of replicating the taste and crunch of the graham crackers that you remember. For another nostalgic cookie treat, make my Gluten-Free Snickerdoodles.

Use your gluten-free graham crackers to make s'mores, create a gluten-free graham cracker pie crust, or spread them with Nutella or this Nutella Frosting for a sweet dessert treat.

Why You’re Going to Love This Gluten-Free Graham Crackers

Everyone can experience a childhood favorite - With the taste and texture replicating a Graham cracker, you are going to love these!

Used in so many treats - Having a gluten-free graham cracker recipe is great for all the yummy desserts you can now make gluten-free.

Great crunch - This recipe replicates the taste and crunch of a graham cracker, so it is as close as possible to the real deal.

Ingredients In Gluten-Free Graham Crackers

Here are the graham cracker ingredients:

Gluten-Free Flour Blend - I've made this recipe with Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Baking Blend. It's generally my go-to all-purpose gluten-free flour for baking.

Xanthan Gum - You only need to add this if your flour blend doesn't include it.

Brown Sugar - Brown sugar has more molasses flavor than white sugar, and it adds a darker color to the dough as well.

Cinnamon - A bit of cinnamon really makes these taste like old-fashioned graham crackers. Add extra if you prefer.

Baking Powder - To get flaky graham crackers, we need leavening ingredients. Baking powder is the first.

Baking Soda - Baking soda and baking powder work together to give us the perfect crispy texture.

Kosher Salt - Just a bit balances the sweetness in this recipe.

Butter - You want to use cold unsalted butter for this recipe, cut it into small cubes. Keep it in the fridge until right before you add it in. Don't use it at room temperature.

Honey - Honey adds a bit more mellow sweetness and moisture to the mixture.

Cold Water - Keep your water on ice until you add it in. The colder, the better.

Vanilla Extract - All good sweet baking recipes will have vanilla in them. Use your favorite gluten-free pure vanilla extract.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below, and I will get back to you.

Equipment Needed for This Gluten-free Graham Crackers

Whisk - I like to use a stainless-steel whisk, no food processor is required.

Mixing bowls - These Pyrex mixing bowls come in handy.

Parchment paper - This parchment paper works well; you can also get all sorts of pre-cut versions.

Rolling pin - I use the traditional wooden rolling pin but you can choose any type you like.

Pizza cutter - Use a pizza cutter to cut the crackers into the correct shape. You can also use a knife.

Cooling rack - It is good to use a cooling rack, so the crackers don't get soggy.

If you have any questions about making gluten-free graham crackers, please leave a comment, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

How To Make Gluten-Free Graham Crackers

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum (if your blend doesn’t already contain it), brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs, with a few pieces of butter the size of peas.
3. Add the honey, 3 tablespoons of cold water, and pure vanilla extract. Stir until the dough forms. You may need to add an additional tablespoon of water to get the dough to form.
4. The dough will be a little sticky. Wrap the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, about 11x15 inches large. To do so, place the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and cover it with another sheet of parchment paper. Then, roll the dough with a rolling pin until it reaches the correct size. Carefully remove the top sheet of parchment paper. With a knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into small rectangles, about 2.5x3 inches in size.
6. Poke holes in each of the rectangles with a fork.
7. Bake as directed in the recipe card below until the edges are slightly brown and crispy. Remove the pan from the oven and immediately slice along the score marks.
8. Let the graham crackers cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions for these gluten-free graham crackers, please see the recipe below.

Tips And Tricks For Making Gluten-Free Graham Cracker

• The method used in this recipe is very similar to a flaky pie crust recipe. We are making the dough by cutting cold butter into flour, creating the texture that makes these graham crackers crisp up.
• When scooping the flour out of the bag into the measuring cup, use the back of the knife to level off the top of the measuring cup.
• Chill the dough after mixing to get the butter inside of it nice and cold again. Warm graham cracker dough will be very difficult to work with.
• Roll the dough in between two sheets of parchment paper. This cuts down on mess but also keeps the dough from sticking to your counter or your rolling pin.
• Slice it right away after baking. If you let the homemade graham crackers cool before separating, you might be unable to separate them properly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Graham Crackers Gluten-free?

Traditional graham crackers are not gluten-free. They are made with regular wheat flour, sometimes whole wheat flour, or graham flour, which is really just another name for coarse wheat flour.

What Are Gluten-Free Graham Crackers Made Of?

They are made of a gluten-free flour blend, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, unsalted butter, honey, cold water, and pure vanilla extract.

Which Brands Offer Gluten-Free Graham Crackers?

Store-bought gluten-free graham cracker brands are available. There are a number of varied brands, such as these Kinnikinnick Gluten-Free Graham Style Crackers or Pamela's Gluten-Free Honey Graham Crackers. These gluten-free graham cracker brands are made from various gluten-free flours and are a great option for a quick snack. Just know that they can be expensive.

For a really excellent, economical, flavorful, and crispy gluten-free graham cracker, make the recipe below.

What Makes This Gluten-Free Graham Cracker Recipe Special

• They are super easy to make.
• There is a vegan and dairy-free option!
• They are way more delicious than the store-bought version.
• So much more affordable to make your own.
• They are heavenly and buttery.

Why is it worth making gluten-free graham crackers instead of buying them?

You can buy perfectly fine GF graham crackers in the US but making your own (by following this gluten-free graham crackers recipe!) is way better because it's super easy! It's also fun to make them at home! It can be a fun activity you do with your family.

Do Gluten-free Graham Crackers Taste Different?

They are different from the original but so close in taste that you will love them.

Substitutions For Gluten-Free Graham Crackers

Gluten-free, dairy-free graham crackers

There's no milk in this gluten-free graham cracker recipe, but if you want to go dairy-free, you can use your favorite plant-based butter.

Gluten-free egg-free graham crackers

This gluten-free graham cracker recipe is already egg free, so no worries there!

Can I Use These Gluten-free Graham Crackers To Make A Gluten-free Graham Cracker Crust?

Absolutely! These GF graham crackers are great for making a crust.

Do Graham Crackers Have Gluten?

Store-bought traditional graham crackers do have gluten. Popular graham crackers from Nabisco or Honey Maid or their store-brand counterparts are made with wheat flour and are not a safe food for those who cannot eat gluten.

Is There Gluten In Graham Flour?

Graham flour contains gluten. Graham flour is wheat flour. It's labeled differently than AP or whole grain wheat flour due to the fact that it's processed differently, with the different components of the wheat grain ground separately and then put back together.

What Gluten-free Baking Blend Is Best?

Everyone has their own preferences for gluten-free flours, but I like to use Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Baking Blend. I have really excellent results using this blend in my recipes, and I find that it replicates traditional all-purpose flour very well.

When working with gluten-free flours, be sure to use a spoon to scoop the flour into your measuring cup rather than scooping it into the bag with the cup. Scooping will give you too much flour, and your dough will be thick and dry.

How Do I Get Extra Crispy Gluten-free Graham Crackers?

Bake the graham crackers for the maximum time in the recipe or 1-2 extra minutes if you'd like them to be extra crispy.

If you'd like them softer, bake them for the minimum time in the recipe.

Can You Use Almond Flour?

This recipe does not use almond flour. But you can use almond flour to make GF graham crackers.

Does Trader Joe's Have Gluten-free Graham Crackers?

Yes, Traders Joe's does have a GF graham cracker. Have a look in the baking aisle.

Are Great Value Honey Graham Crackers Gluten-Free?

No, honey grahams crackers are not gluten-free.

More gluten-free recipes you might like:

Gluten-Free Muffins - Tender, simple to make, and bursting with flavor. This is one of our most popular gluten-free recipes, and you'll see why once you make them.

Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies - If you've got a sweet tooth, like me, you'll want to hop right over and make a batch of these cookies. They are amazing plain, but we recommend the frosting.

Gluten-Free Cheesecake - We love cheesecake, and these gluten-free graham crackers are perfect in this cheesecake recipe.

Gluten-Free Banana Muffins - Another reader favorite and perfect for starting the day. This recipe is simple to make and perfect for sharing.

Gluten-Free Granola - A little sweet and a little salty, this granola recipe is perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Gluten-Free Banana Cake - You can make top this cake with gluten-free graham cracker pieces for an extra special treat.

Blackberry Cream Cheese Pie - This blackberry cream cheese pie recipe is smooth, creamy, and has the perfect graham cracker crust. It's like a gluten-free no-bake cheesecake but better.

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