I’m having one of those evenings. I want nothing more than to curl up with a good book, a glass of milk, and a plate of graham crackers. In other words, I’d like to be nine again. I’m tired from a few Lucy all-nighters, and I feel like my to-do list is surprisingly simple for how difficult it’s been to scratch off just one item lately.
But seriously, doesn’t a good book paired with a delicious snack cure most ills in this world?
Growing up, I had several snack obsessions: cinnamon toast, goldfish, apples with peanut butter, grape popsicles, graham crackers…And although Lucy is only 13 months old, I enjoy seeing her own tastes and preferences evolve. She fell hard for avocado during her first few months of eating and now beans and rice take the prize as her favorite. She’s not much into reading (yet) but she does like to keep snacks nearby.
While Whole Foods sells some great graham cracker options, I woke up this morning with a strong desire to make a healthy homemade version that both she and I could enjoy. These graham crackers came together before breakfast, and the smell of cinnamon, coconut sugar, and butter helped us all wake up after a night of little sleep. Much to my delight, Lulu took to these graham crackers more than any other cookie or bar she’s been offered in her short life. I think she knew they were made with love, and I know she could taste the goodness and simplicity of butter, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, honey, and raw coconut sugar. And guess what? I’m just about to enjoy my glass of milk, my book, and my plate of graham crackers. It’s going to be a good night after all.
Graham Crackers
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coconut sugar
1/2 cup (1 standard stick) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup honey
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. In the bowl of your kitchen aid or stand mixer, combine flours, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and coconut sugar. Mix until well combined. Add butter and mix until coarse crumbs develop. Add water and honey, mix until dough comes together easily into a ball.
Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface. The thinner you roll your dough, the “crisper” your crackers will be. The cookies above were rolled out to about 1/2 inches. Cut into desired shapes and sizes and place on cookie sheet (these cookies hardly spread so you can space them tightly). Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden brown. These cookies will keep in an airtight container up to one week.
She’s absolutely adorable! And we don’t get graham crackers much here so I made a batch and they were really good. At first I thought that they were like cheese crackers but they’re nothing like them 🙂
Monet, I am so glad to see this recipe. Next time I make a cheesecake I will try these. Love reading your snack options. Peanut butter on celery is a good one and I still have to try the apples 🙂
She is changing quite a bit, growing so fast! But you know that already…. 🙂
Homemade graham crackers. You make me feel like such a wimp, with a life much less complicated than yours, I am too tired to think about baking bread! Oh, well….. You are doing GREAT! Don’t worry about not being able to tackle every single task is a list. It’s just a list, you can start again next week, next month…. 🙂
We can’t buy graham crackers here so I can’t wait to give your recipe a try.
She’s just gorgeous! I swear her eyelashes could serve as cookie dusters when required. 🙂
These look awesome! I’ve always wanted to make my own graham crackers and now I know how 🙂 Cutest little girl!!
I’m going to have to try this recipe Monet. I love healthy homemade versions of baked goods, and these look exactly that! Little Lucy looks so content 🙂
Awwwh she’s so adorable!! Hope you both enjoyed these lovely cookies and the book. They do sound amazing indeed! xx
This recipe sounds awesome. Where can I find coconut sugar at?
Hi Jo! You can find coconut sugar at most natural grocery stores (Whole foods definitely stocks it). My local King Soopers even carries it! Let me know if you can’t find it! You can always sub brown sugar for the coconut sugar too.
I’m obviously due for a catch up on all my blog reading…because look how big Lucy has gotten! She’s so cute, and she seems to love these grahams. They look delicious!
P.S. I FINALLY got around to writing up my Cord questionnaire but have to get around to editing my latest photo. I will try to get it done this week 😉
Hi Lady! No worries! I completely understand. We can’t wait to feature you. Just send it my way when you get the chance. 😉
My guy loves graham crackers. Slight problem with the name (same as animal crackers) because they’re really more cookie than cracker, so he asks for crackers – the brown ones – and I know what he means.
Lucy is soooooo cute! You are one lucky mom! Wouldn’t we all like to be nine again sometimes, though?
I made graham crackers once but didn’t love how they turned out. I need to try this recipe because it looks amazing!
She is getting so big!! I love this – and I completely agree – a good book, some tea or coffee and a little something sweet makes for a great night. These look delicious!
I don’t know where to get hold of coconut sugar, having just moved to Germany. Can I use extra honey instead? Or (horror of horrors!) sub in ordinary cane sugar?
Hi there! I would sub brown sugar, if possible. I’m afraid that honey would make the dough too wet.
Isn’t everyone nine? 😉 I sure am! Love the pictures. And the graham crackers. Never tried making our own, but we should. Thanks for this.
I expect that when she’s a little older, she’ll definitely be an avid reader. How could she not with parents like you and Ryan?
And, yes, I would like to be nine again. I think I appreciated the little things in life, like a plate of fresh cookies, a bit more than I do now.
I LOVE graham crackers and even caved and bought a box a couple of weeks ago at one of our local health-food stores, so we must be on the same wavelength. 🙂 Childhood in a box! I’ve never made them, but I do have coconut sugar in the pantry.
Oh enjoy dear!
Awww, sorry to hear about the rough nights you’ve been having, Monet. I’m sure that these homemade graham crackers and seeing how happily Lucy was munching on them got you through the day. Your photos are lovely and these crackers look perfect, not to mention that they probably taste a thousand times better than the dry, manufactured ones that sit on the shelf forever. I hope you’re both getting more sleep now!
Monet,
Lucy just keeps getting cuter and cuter by the day! I love the pic, with the graham cracker in her mouth. She is very lucky to have a Momma that makes homemade graham crackers . Your homemade graham crackers would be perfect with tea for late night snack.
Great recipe! I was just talking to my daughter about making our own grahams for a recipe she want to prepare.
Your little girl is a doll. She is just too cute!
these graham crackers looks just right. so nice to see you replicate your childhood obsession!
Lucy looks absolutely adorable! I’ve made graham crackers and they were soooo good, but they were from Fran’s Vegan Chocolate cookbook. She makes lots of yummy vegan desserts! I love eating graham crackers with coconut ice cream, mmm! And coconut sugar is the best, it provides a nice caramel color!
I always see so many american recipes that use Graham Cracker but in the UK we don’t have them and substitute for digestive biscuits. It will be interesting to see what they finally taste like!
Oh my… what a beautiful recipe and an even more delightful sweetheart enjoying it! I make a simple oat biscuit that we really enjoy – it’s very adaptive and perfect for small hands – but never a graham cracker cookie. So great. Absolutely love Lucy’s dress by the way… perfect summer weight is so beautiful, xx.
Graham crackers are one of those things I don’t have too often but when I do I fall in love all over again. Such a great snack. I haven’t made my own yet. I love that these are a little thicker than the store bought kind.
I am a big fan of these delicious homemade graham crackers, I need to try them 😀
Cheers
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These look like the PERFECT vehicle for ice cream sandwiches…
graham crackers from scratch? you are an amazing mother! And Lucy is just adorable.
Keep reading to her, they take it up so quickly. My son is a voracious reader , and he is only 3.
I had my first ever graham cracker last weekend (you can’t really get them in the UK) and I am completely obsessed, the snap and the rich nutty flavour is so addictive. I can’t wait to try your amazing recipe for them so I don’t have to travel to China Town every time I get a craving!
Does Lucy ever look happy with those graham crackers! That’s the cutest thing. I’ve always loved graham crackers, and they have to taste even better homemade. Pinning! 🙂
I looooove this recipe-you made graham crackers even more wholesome and comforting! So sweet to see Lucy loving them too-I could go for a book and some of these myself 🙂
Ooh! I’ve always wanted to try a homemade graham cracker recipe, so I’m so excited to try these! Thanks, Monet! xo
I love that you made your own graham crackers, that is awesome! Oh, to be nine again, haha! That would be pretty nice! The sound of curling up on the couch with a snack and a book sounds pretty amazing right now. Lucy is so adorable, especially eating these graham crackers 🙂
Homemade graham crackers have been on my to-bake list for forever! That needs to be remedied.