Homemade Animal Crackers (Gluten-Free & Egg-Free)
These Homemade Animal Crackers are a fun, kid-friendly snack with a soft texture and fun shapes. Made with oat flour, ground flax, and no eggs or gluten, they’re perfect for toddlers and allergy-aware families. Pair them with Whipped Coconut Dip for a homemade Dunkaroos everyone will love!
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Equipment
- 1 Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2 tsps ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened almond milk or any plant-based alternative beverage or regular milk
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup oat flour plus 2 tbsps for rolling out the dough
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the ground flax and almond milk. Let it sit for a couple of minutes to thicken.
- Add the softened butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon. Stir well to combine.
- Mix in the oat flour until a dough forms. Use your hands to bring it together into a ball. It may be a little sticky.
- On a lightly floured surface, or on parchment paper, roll the dough into a flat rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Lightly flour your rolling pin to help with rolling.
- Cut into shapes with cookie cutters, then place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden. Let cool before serving.
Notes
Great for pairing with an easy whipped coconut dip for Homemade Dunkaroos!