Description

These healthy animal crackers are a quick, wholesome snack made with oat and almond flour, lightly sweetened with honey, and flavored with cinnamon and vanilla. Perfect for kids and adults looking for a nourishing, homemade treat.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups (180g) oat flour
½ cup (50g) almond flour
3 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
2–3 tablespoons milk (any kind)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium bowl, whisk together oat flour, almond flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and sea salt until evenly combined.
In another bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and honey until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently. Pour in 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk as needed to form a soft, pliable dough that isn’t sticky.
Lightly flour your work surface with oat flour. Roll the dough to about ¼ inch (6mm) thickness. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes if dough becomes too soft.
Use animal-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Transfer shapes to the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart. Re-roll scraps once or twice if needed.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges turn golden and crackers are firm to the touch. Rotate the baking tray halfway through baking for even coloring.
Remove from oven and transfer crackers to a cooling rack. Let cool completely to maintain crunch.

Notes

If dough feels too fragile, chill before cutting. Rotate baking tray halfway through baking for even color. Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking. Avoid overworking dough to keep crackers tender. For vegan version, substitute butter with vegan margarine and honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Category: Snack
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 10 crackers
Calories: 120
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 70
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 3.5
Carbohydrates: 15
Fiber: 2
Protein: 3

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