Just like Ritz crackers. [Archive]

mattsonfamily

10-20-2006, 11:59 AM

This recipe turned out so well I just wanted to share!

2 1/2 c. walnuts soaked 1 hr. or more
2 1/2 c. cubed zuccini
1/2 c. ground golden flax seed
1/4 c. hemp seed
2 t sea salt

Grind walnut in FP until they are in very small uniform pieces (cous cous looking) - transfer to bowl
Grind zuccini in FP until they are in very small uniform pieces - add to bowl
Add ground flax, hemp and salt. Blend well. Add enough water to make spreadable dough ( 1/2 to 1 cup)

Spread between 2 trays lined with teflex

Dehydrate - Flip - until crisp

Cut in to chips - flat bread or desired sizes.

They are wonderful! They taste just like a Ritz cracker.

Enjoy,

Mindi

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m165/mattsonfamily/000_0645.jpg
(served with black olive tapenade)

StudentforLife

10-20-2006, 12:02 PM

That looks awesome! I'll have to try it. This weekend is going to be a cooking weekend!

Pansy

10-20-2006, 12:03 PM

Oooo, Mindi!

I will be trying these!

Love food photos!

Thanks for sharing,

Pansy ;)

mattsonfamily

10-20-2006, 12:06 PM

Pansy,

Love your avatar! We raise Saanens.

Let me know how your crackers turn out!

Mindi

Pansy

10-20-2006, 12:23 PM

Pansy,

Love your avatar! We raise Saanens.

Let me know how your crackers turn out!

Mindi

Thanks, Mindi!

Such a small goat world...lol!

I will be making them this week! :)

Pansy ;)

Carmella

10-20-2006, 01:09 PM

Thanks Mindi for posting. Will be trying it too next time we run out of crackers (just made a full batch of onion bread AND Mel's onion bread version... Yum! Yum! Yum!) We just love crackers!!!!!

Carmella

Faithfullyfit

10-21-2006, 10:10 AM

These sound yummy! I have everything except hemp seeds./.....have never been able to find these anywhere. I will just have the make up a batch! w/o :D !!!

Thanks for sharing!

carolg

10-21-2006, 11:11 AM

FF,
Are you near health food store? If they don't have them should be able to order in. You may give them a call as I prefer to buy local if possible saving on shipping too.
carolg

lily

10-22-2006, 07:54 AM

Mindi, I made these and they're fab -- all that you say they are! Thank you so much, I'll be making these again for sure.

By the way, I didn't have help seeds either -- i replaced them with extra flax seeds.

lily

Veganforlife

10-23-2006, 01:15 PM

I made these this weekend, minus the hemp seed, but replaced them with unhulled sesame seeds? Let me tell you - they are THE best crackers I have eaten.
Sad to say, I cannot eat the RAWvolution onion bread and Alissa's flax crackers are okay *ducks from flying objects*
But these are very crunchy and tasty! I spread them too thin, one of the sheets, the other was somewhat thicker and doesn't crumble as easily.
I will definitely be making these again! Thanks so much for sharing Mindi.
Any other recipes you wanna share, post 'em! That was sure a hit with me!

Rawkinlocs

10-23-2006, 01:22 PM

I made them too! I also used sesame seeds instead of hemp seeds since I didn't have any hemp seeds. They ARE good...a very nice basic cracker with a "familiar" flavor...wouldn't say just like Ritz, but I can see where they may have somewhat of a similar hint of flavor :)

Only thing, I screwed up and added too much salt. I thought they would need "a bit more" as many recipes seem to do - but apparently the recipe measurements were right on point even down the to the seasoning. So, they're a bit too salty, but next time I make them (and there WILL be a next time) I'll be sure to add the amount of salt the recipe called for.

I had some last night with some dehydrated jalapeno cheese (Alissa's recipe) and it was just like eating cheese-n-crackers...very tasty.

Thanks for the recipe mattsonfamily!

Sillybloss

10-25-2006, 01:31 AM

I added some other seasonings to mine and they're great! (I used onion powder, garlic powder and pasta seasoning)

mattsonfamily

10-26-2006, 02:55 PM

I'm glad you liked them. They also make great pizza crusts! I put hummus, olives, sundried tomatos, bell pepper and basil on them.

Mindi

RawFoodieMom

10-27-2006, 10:45 PM

Oh thanks for posting. Many years ago I was seriously addicted to Ritz crackers. I'll definitely try this. :)

ljcoolj

10-30-2006, 05:18 PM

Very yummy crackers!! They turned out great. Been eating them with raw peanut butter!!

rawnpawgirl

10-30-2006, 07:11 PM

I just started my walnuts a' soakin'!! Can't wait to indulge!

laurabfig

10-30-2006, 07:55 PM

THANK YOU for this recipe. I can't wait to make it. I came on the discussion boards to ask if anyone had a good cracker recipe and there was your post! :)

On a side note:

Very yummy crackers!! They turned out great. Been eating them with raw peanut butter!!
Where do you get...or how do you make...raw peanut butter??? This is the one of the few non-raw things I am still eating occasionally b/c I LOVE peanut butter and almond butter just didn't replace it for me. Please share!

maraw

10-30-2006, 09:48 PM

I'm out of zucchini just now, but will going to the store tomorrow to pick some up! These sound wonderful and simple.

Thanks for sharing!

ljcoolj

10-31-2006, 01:58 PM

THANK YOU for this recipe. I can't wait to make it. I came on the discussion boards to ask if anyone had a good cracker recipe and there was your post! :)

On a side note:

Where do you get...or how do you make...raw peanut butter??? This is the one of the few non-raw things I am still eating occasionally b/c I LOVE peanut butter and almond butter just didn't replace it for me. Please share!

Do you have a Wild Oats in your area? I was there last week, and there it was...like a shining ray of light in the store. A machine that grinds fresh, raw peanuts!! It was only 3.99 a lb. You just hold the container under the machine and turn it on and it grinds it right into the container. I'm going to have to go back and get more soon!! Its very yummy!!

BDraw

10-31-2006, 02:53 PM

Rawkinlocs

10-31-2006, 03:05 PM

I made these using almond pulp. It worked! I added a little onion and minced carrot too. Kids like them. And they are much drier -- crackly dry.

Also made the orginal receipe. Very good. But I can not figure out what to put on them -- so I opt for honey. Yum!

BDraw, the original ones are great with any nut cheese spread on or even almond butter or almond butter, honey (or agave) and bananas...the possibilities are endless because they are such a neutral-flavored cracker! :)

BDraw

10-31-2006, 05:53 PM

Thanks for the input, but I was trying to save on the fat calories. You know?

I keep thinking I'd like to loose a few of these extra pounds. :rolleyes:

BGVDiva

11-13-2006, 11:26 AM

Made these yesterday. Sadly, I only had enough ingredients on hand to make 1/2 a batch. These are going to go fast! Delish! I will be making a full batch next weekend for sure. So light and delicate but full of flavor. Oh, by the way, I used sesame seeds in place of the hemp seeds.

Ireland

11-13-2006, 11:45 AM

I don't have walnuts right now and can't get any for a few days. But I do have brazil nuts or almonds. Would either of these work?

Veganforlife

11-13-2006, 11:50 AM

I would bet so!

janicejourney

11-13-2006, 03:44 PM

I love these. I didn't have zuchini, but I added a red bell pepper and some onion instead... awesome.. A keeper for certain.

Elizabeth

04-22-2007, 06:32 AM

Here is the thread, Tigger...

I am making these today..:) The posters all made them sound so fabulous!!!

tiggerbounce

04-22-2007, 06:47 AM

Thanks Elizabeth! Am mentally rummaging thru my raw pantry now to determine if I have the ingredients. I think I do! :)

SchoolOfRAWk

04-22-2007, 02:51 PM

I will have to try these!

I LOVE how healthy they are with the walnuts and hemp. Sweet!

belinda

04-22-2007, 04:48 PM

Ohh, I make these all the time, sooo good, so crunchy.

Elizabeth

04-23-2007, 09:16 AM

nice and crunchy..and the nuts ground up make them seem flaky almost, like shortbread cookies, kind of crumbly, but not too much.

I am going to be making these a lot. I ate one this a.m. (just to see if they were dry enough LOL :p ) ad now..I want to eat more before I even finish my smoothie. :eek: I am going to see how different seasonings go with these, since I like the texture so much...

darkchild

04-23-2007, 09:54 AM

I added red and yellow bellpepper because I didn't have any zucchini on hand. Very yummy, I am definitely going to make these again!!

lafsalot

04-23-2007, 11:27 AM

Not a big fan of dehydrated flat breads and crackers, but after making this recipe last night, this one is definitely a keeper. Oh, and your right, it does taste very similar to ritz crackers. Thanks for sharing ~ Cathy

Elizabeth

04-23-2007, 11:40 AM

I followed Rawkinloc's example and had them with honey. :D WOW!! It is that creamy unfiltered raw honey and is so-o-o-o-o yummmmmmmy!!! I am so excited to find a cracker that is so versatile and just plain good!

hmmm..red pepper ones do sound good..:)

Tito235

04-25-2007, 08:34 AM

Veganforlife

04-25-2007, 09:33 AM

It's in her book. However, upon researching here I found this link:

http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?t=18816&highlight=jalapeno+cheese

Wendee

04-25-2007, 01:33 PM

are the walnuts soaked before measuring?:eek:

Wendee

04-26-2007, 08:18 AM

Out of ALL my cracker recipies that I have tried and even all the bread recipies..... and I have tried MANY MANY M-A-N-Y...

These are the hands down best of them ALL!

They didn't ferment, eaither.

thank you So very much for this delish. recipie.

Rawkinlocks, I think I will keep my dehydrator now, sorry!

Wendy

Veganforlife

04-26-2007, 08:22 AM

are the walnuts soaked before measuring?:eek:

I always measure and then soak.

Wendee

04-26-2007, 08:43 AM

Thank you veganforlife. That's what I did, too.

These crackers taste even better then Ritz. I had one this morning to see if they were crispy and how they tasted, and now I am addicted and that's saying something becuase deydrated foods and I never really got along, i always ended up with a nauseated tummy, LOL! Not with these.

Thanks again for this ravingly delish recipie.

Rawmommie

04-27-2007, 09:20 AM

These are amazing! First cracker recipe I have liked! :)

Lisalee2

04-27-2007, 02:28 PM

I have these in the dehydrator right now. I've had a little sample and they taste great! They have somewhat of a buttery taste just like Ritz...haha

The only thing is I think I have to let mine dehydrate a little longer because they're still a little soft & chewy. Hopefully they'll get crunchier. :)

Wendee

04-27-2007, 11:23 PM

I am going to add a little less salt next time... I followed the instructions and they were a tad bit tooo salty for me

rawererin

06-20-2007, 09:02 AM

where do you guys keep these when they're done, should i be worried about the oils in the walnuts making my crackers rancid?

Veganforlife

06-20-2007, 10:37 AM

I actually freeze my crackers (provided I have any left) in freezer bags.

145ish

06-20-2007, 02:02 PM

Someone posted that these were reminecent of shortbread so I'm thinking of adding honey and making it into shortbread! I likes me some shortbread.:D

GlimR

07-13-2008, 12:51 PM

These are a great use for zucchini...I used the recipe in RFRW for Walnut/Hemp Seed Crackers...very similar. I have them in the dehydrator now. It made three trays. I left two as is and added cinnamon and maple to the third.....the batter was delicious...can't wait till they are done!!

islesgirl

07-13-2008, 08:03 PM

I love the "Ritz" crackers too GlimR, but it nice to know different ways to "tweak" them so thank you very much for sharing!

foxieroxie104

07-28-2008, 12:25 PM

Those were so great. I love them and so did the whole family. My fil who didn't want to try them then did was eating them up. So I will be making a big double batch tonight.:D

jacsam

07-28-2008, 12:48 PM

I can't waite to try this....Fun!!!

MiahTay

07-28-2008, 09:08 PM

After reading this thread I drove into town just to get zucchini! Probably not the wisest use of gas, but I have them in the dehydrator and I just flipped them. I know what I'm having for lunch tomorrow :D .

Blessings,
Heather

ViolinCyndee

07-28-2008, 09:49 PM

Would regular flax seeds be ok? I don't have golden at the moment. These DO look good and yes: great use of zucchini!

Veganforlife

07-29-2008, 06:49 AM

They would be fine!

MiahTay

07-29-2008, 08:40 AM

I love these! But I am STILL yet to find a cracker recipe my children like. UGH!

Thanks for sharing,
Heather

foxieroxie104

07-30-2008, 02:01 PM

I made a double batch y/d will be done when I get home. I made 2 trays with raw honey and cinnamon and the house smelt great.

Zella Juice

07-31-2008, 04:14 PM

I made these with only 1 tsp of salt. I always use less salt then called for because I can add salt on the top if not salty enough. It's always hard to take away salt but easy to add it.

I used yellow squash peeled. 3 good sized ones. I dunno if that was the required amount. I didn't need to add water. Just let it mix well.

Also, I didn't grind up the flax..just threw it in there to make it easy on myself.

I poured the mixture in a bowl and decided to slice up some onions in the food processor and stir those in. Then I added the sliced onions to half the mixture in case I didn't like them.

I also added 2 tablespoons of honey to the mix.

And it DOES remind me of Ritz. I spread some avocado on it and it was delish. I almost gave up on dehydrated stuff because everything I was making was not tasting good to me.

I love the mix with the onions added. I have not tried the one without yet but I think I will always add onions. I just love 'em so much.

Now we will see if the child likes it. I doubt he will. He likes things simple. I think most kids do. I can hear him over there at the table Ohh and awwwing over this peach that he is eating..he is saying "this is SOOOO good"

shashibala

07-31-2008, 04:59 PM

Zella juice, i like your simple version. I have to try these now, they sound great!

Zella Juice

07-31-2008, 08:15 PM

cool. :D

Child didn't like it. Oh well, more for me. :D

Now I just have to try not to eat it all in one sitting.

Also, I wanted to mention. I spread it pretty thin. When ever I work with flax I like to get it dried up as soon as possible or it gets kinda funky tasting.

I dehydrated for 12 hours only and put in the fridge to avoid the flax ickies. I turned them halfway through and took off the teflex sheet. I think I must have been sleepwalking last night in order to turn them.

dakinimind

08-04-2008, 07:57 AM

I just popped them into the dehydrator. One question: I didn't need to add any extra water at all. Actually, I didn't notice the line where it called for water. Have any of you noticed the zucchini adds enough water on its own? Love the idea of a pizza crust! Yummy! Will try that next time with different seasonings.

Zella Juice

08-04-2008, 11:37 AM

yes, I didn't have to add water either.

I didn't like it very much without the sliced onions in it. So my add would be: Sliced Onions and 2 tablespoons of honey.

carolg

08-16-2008, 04:14 PM

Gotta try these too. Thanks all for sharing.
carolg

Thick

09-09-2009, 09:49 PM

These are the same as rfrw's walnut hemp crackers and probably should be given credit at some point in the original post imho=)>

I guess after all this time, they must not mind=)>

T-Bird

09-10-2009, 10:14 AM

These are the same as rfrw's walnut hemp crackers and probably should be given credit at some point in the original post imho=)>

I guess after all this time, they must not mind=)>
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Maybe they stole them from here!

Thick

09-23-2009, 12:19 AM

Maybe they stole them from here!

Whoa, how true! But anything you put out on the internet is not your intellectual property anymore, I guess=)

garden granny

09-24-2009, 10:59 AM

I made these and LOVE them ! Thank you.

Spraenna

01-03-2010, 12:13 PM

I have to agree that these crackers are absolutely yummy! I ate 1/4 of them straight from the dehydrator. The only change I'll make in the future is to make it in my Blendtex so all is ground fine enough for my husband who refuses to wear his dentures. Many thanks for the recipe.

laura-jane

02-07-2010, 06:33 AM

Yes, these are FAB! My husband (still eats some SAD) goes, "These really do taste like Ritz crackers!! Can I have more?" Hehe. Nice work.

Photos for your viewing pleasure:

http://therawtarian.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/crackers-300x190.jpg (http://therawtarian.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/crackers.JPG)
(If you click on the photo you should be able to see a larger version.)

Thanks for this fab recipe. Keep 'em coming!

Stina

01-04-2011, 12:16 PM

I'm really craving flax crackers. Isn't that a wonderful thing to crave? Ha ha. I'm making a shopping list for these babies, they look great. And I want to share great recipes with new people around.

rena

01-04-2011, 04:19 PM

Wow, I was just talking on another forum about my Ritz addiction. Can't wait to try these although I don't like the flax crackers I made already from Alissa's book. Hope these are better. Thanks so much..

JennaHoneyBear

01-04-2011, 04:44 PM

this recipe is great! i added too much salt though. they were delicious, but very oily and very salty. (just like a true ritz i suppose)

Stina

01-07-2011, 08:50 PM

I was very pleased with this cracker. I put kale in my food processor, then dressed it up with a sauce and tomatoes and fashion, then with avocado made a sandwich. I was a pretty happy camper!

Dragontraveler

01-19-2011, 09:14 AM

If you can't eat nuts, what would you substute for the walnuts? I can eat peanuts as they are legumes not nuts or would a seed be better since peanuts have such a distinct flavor?

GreenT

01-19-2011, 10:26 AM

I came across this post about a month ago and made them. They are delicious and are similar to a "Ritz" cracker.

I have had a hard time finding a dip or something to eat them with. So far nothing really hits the spot.

Stina, that sounds pretty good. I will have to try that. Thanks!!

HeidiH

01-26-2011, 01:35 PM

I made these last night and they're probably the best dehydrator crackers I've tried so far! I used half the salt called for and will cut it down to 3/4 tsp next time. A little too salty for my taste, especially since I've gone low to no-salt. Guess my taste buds have gotten really sensitive now! :D

I wonder how they would taste crumbled up on a salad??!! :)

The only thing that "scares" me is that although it's all healthy fat, you'd want to go easy on them if you're watching your waistline! :eek: