These Peanut Butter Chia Seed Crackers for Kids have a light crunch with a slightly soft middle - making them the perfect texture for little ones. They come together in less than 25 minutes with simple, wholesome ingredients, and are great for both lunchboxes and snack time.
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Move over store-bought crackers! These Peanut Butter Chia Seed Crackers are easy to make (I promise!), packed with fibre-rich chia seeds, and no fussy around with little shapes to cut out. Just simple, easy, wholesome crackers your toddler will love.
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Why You'll Love These Peanut Butter Chia Seed Crackers
- Perfect toddler and kid-friendly texture - These crackers have a light crunch with a slightly soft middle, making them easy for little ones to bite into and enjoy.
- Fibre-rich - Made with chia seeds for an easy boost of fibre and omega-3 fats.
- Quick and easy - Everything comes together in under 25 minutes with minimal prep and no fussy shapes to cut out.
- Lunchbox and snack friendly - These crackers are great for popping into a lunchbox or serving as an afternoon snack throughout the week.
And if you're looking for more easy and healthy snack ideas for toddlers, check out my post with over 25+ Easy & Healthy Toddler Snacks and my Homemade Snacks For Kids - Copycat Favourites, featuring the very poplar Healthier Pop Tarts with Chia Jam.
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Chia Seed Crackers for Kids
- All purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Dash of salt
- Peanut butter (smooth, all natural)
- Chia seeds
- Milk of choice (I used unsweetened almond milk)
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Here is an overview of how to make these crackers, or you can scroll down to the recipe card for full details.
In a medium bowl, add the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and chia seeds.
Mix together and form a well in the middle.
Add the peanut butter and milk and stir to combine. You may need to use your hands to knead the dough until it forms a smooth ball.
Place the dough ball between two sheets of parchment paper and roll out into a thin rectangle, less than ⅛ inch thick, (or as close to a rectangle as possible!).
Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the dough into vertical lines and then crosswise to form small cracker shapes.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 15-18 minutes, until golden brown on top.
Hint: When rolling out your dough, try to keep the thickness as even as possible across the whole rectangle. If the edges are thinner than the centre, they'll brown faster and may overcook before the middle crackers are done.
Substitutions
- Milk - Any milk will work in this recipe, including regular cow's milk, or dairy-free alternatives like almond milk or oat milk. (I used unsweetened almond milk).
- Chia seeds - Hemp hearts work great as a swap if that's what you have on hand.
Variations
- Cinnamon - Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dry ingredients for a warm, cozy flavour.
- Vanilla - Stir a splash of vanilla extract in with the wet ingredients for a subtle sweetness.
If you're looking for a savoury option, be sure to check out my Homemade Goldfish Crackers.
Equipment
- Medium bowl
- Baking sheet
How To Store Homemade Crackers
Store these crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. You can also prep the dough ahead of time and store it in the fridge for 2-3 days before baking.
Toddler Tip
Pair these crackers with a dip for an easy, balanced snack! They go great with yogurt, a coconut dip, or a homemade chia jam for a little extra nutrition and fun at snack time.
FAQ
The most likely culprit is the dough being rolled out too thick. Make sure you're rolling to less than ⅛ inch thick and that the thickness is even across the whole rectangle. If they're still soft after baking, pop them back in the oven for a few extra minutes, they will continue to crisp up a little as they cool too.
I haven't tested these with a nut-free butter like sunflower seed butter or pumpkin seed butter. I did try them with almond butter for a peanut-free option and this worked well.
Recipe
Peanut Butter Chia Seed Crackers For Kids
Equipment
- 1 medium bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 Rolling Pin
Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- dash salt
- ¼ cup peanut Butter all natural, smooth
- 5 tbsps almond milk unsweetened, or any milk of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, add the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and chia seeds. Mix together and form a well in the middle.
- Add the peanut butter and milk and stir to combine. You may need to use your hands to knead the dough until it forms a smooth ball.
- Place the dough ball between two sheets of parchment paper and roll out into a thin rectangle, less than ⅛ inch thick.
- Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the dough into vertical lines and then crosswise to form small cracker shapes.
- Transfer to a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden and set.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet - they will continue to crisp up as they cool!
Notes
Nutrition
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