Homemade Seed & Nut Biscuit Crackers (Healthy, Crunchy, & Gluten-Free)

Love bikkies and cheese for a snack but want a healthy option? Try these easy homemade seed and nut biscuit crackers. They are super crunchy, a healthy alternative to store-bought, and totally gluten-free! Made with simple ingredients like chia, flax, and nuts, they’re the perfect low-carb, clean eating snack.

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RECIPE | Homemade Seed & Nut Biscuit Crackers (Healthy, Crunchy, & Gluten-Free)

Let's take an Aussie favourite, bikkies and cheese, and make it into a healthy snack, packed with a satisfying crunchy. These seed biscuit crackers are bursting with dietary fibre, plant protein, and healthy fats–and bonus, they're naturally gluten-free, low-carb. You can easily make them with a variety of wholefood ingredients you probably already in in your kitchen pantry. Whether you’re eating keto, want to eat more healthy and clean, or just craving a healthy option other than store-bought, this easy recipe will fast become a kitchen staple!

Seeds For Biscuits & Crackers

Try experimenting with the following ingredient ideas to make your healthy, clean eating

crackers. I like using a combination of these for flavour, nutrients and taste. There is no real rule with this, just use what combinations or main ingredients you like best.

Almonds (Chopped & Flakes)

Almonds provide a lovely toasted crunch in crackers, and are an excellent source of vitamin E, healthy fats and protein. Add crunchy texture using chopped almonds or the flakes to make a biscuit that pairs well with brie, soft cheeses, and sweet or savory dips.

Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are a powerhouse of superfood nutrition and provide omega-3 fatty acids as well as plant protein and dietary fibre, all of which help with digestion and keeping you fuller for longer. The tiny black or white seeds form a gel when soaked, helping bind the crackers naturally. Use them with other nuts and seeds to make a stronger biscuit and boost your fibre intake at the same time.

Flaxseeds (Ground)

Flaxseeds are a top-notch source of plant-based omega-3s and lignans that both support hormonal and heart health. Their soluble fibre content helps with digestion and will leave you feeling satisfied. While you can use the whole seeds, the hard outer shell is hard to digest and often isn't absorbed, leaving the nutrition untouched inside. Ground them in a coffee grinder or even your blender. The ground, coarse powder can also be used as a binder similar to chai seeds, and also make a great vegan egg substitute in recipes.

Hazelnuts

Hazelnuts are high in vitamin E, healthy fats, and dietary fibre, supporting skin health and reducing inflammation. Their slightly sweet, buttery flavour pairs beautifully in savory biscuits that are served with a cheese plate and sweet toppings like a drizzle of balsamic glaze, chili jelly or quince jam.

Pecans

Pecans are rich in antioxidants and monounsaturated fats that support heart health. They add a mellow sweetness and soft crunch to any cracker mix. I love using them in biscuits to serve brie or camembert and fresh herbs or figs. You can roughly chop them or grind them depending on the recipe.

Pumpkin Seeds

These green seeds are packed with magnesium, zinc, and antioxidants, and help support immunity and your heart health. They’re also a surprisingly good source of plant protein and healthy fats for those on vegan diets or who are learning to eat more plantbased.

Sesame Seeds

Tiny but mighty, sesame seeds are rich in calcium, iron, and lignans that support hormone balance. They add a nutty flavour and when baked, provide a lovely, golden crunch. Similar to flaxseeds, the hard shells can be hard to digest, so grinding them into a coarse powder is an option.

Shredded Coconut (Unsweetened)

Though not a nut, coconut adds healthy fats and a delicious, subtle natural sweetness. Coconut is a good source of manganese for energy metabolism and bone health, and if you flavour your mix before baking, it will absorb the seasonings nicely.

Sunflower Seeds

These small seeds are a rich source of vitamin E and selenium. Sunflower seeds help to naturally reduce inflammation and will support skin health, a secret beauty food. The seeds provide a satisfying crunch of plant-based protein, and a nutty subtle flavour to biscuits.

Walnuts

Walnuts are rich in plant-based omega-3 fatty acids and healthy fats, which support brain and heart health. Their antioxidant content make them a powerful anti-inflammatory snack on their own or baked into to your favourite recipes. Use them crushed, roughly chopped or ground into a coarse grit in a coffee grinder. Walnut goes well with sweet or savoury.

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Homemade Seed & Nut Biscuit Crackers

Ready to make these healthy biscuit crackers with me that only take a few minutes--if that? Then you'll first want to bookmark this page or email it to yourself for handy reference. Here's my go-to Nutritionist-approved recipe that I swear you'll love at first bite. These simple to make bikkies pair so well with all kinds of dips and toppings. Mixing bowls ready? Let's bake!

Seed & Nut Biscuit Crackers Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup sesame seeds, (use ground)

• 1/4 cup flaxseeds, (use ground)

• 1/4 cup almonds or walnuts (chopped finely or pulsed in a food processor)

• 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp dried herbs

• 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil

• 3/4 cup water

Method

Preheat oven to 175°C. Then, in a large bowl, combine all the seeds and nuts, salt, and seasonings. Add oil and water, and mix well. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes so the chia can gel and help bind everything together (this is the secret step so they don't fall apart).

Spread the mixture thinly and evenly onto a lined baking sheet. Make this as thin as possible for that ultra crunch. Use a knife or pizza cutter to score the mixture into cracker shapes.

Bake for 30–40 minutes, flipping once halfway through (you can break it apart to flip, then bake again until crisp). Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutritionist Notes

Choosing to make your own version of store-favourites is a great way to balance healthy, clean eating without depriving yourself or dieting. Simply make your own and swap out the junk for wholefood ingredients and your own creative twist on store-bought staples. If you have enjoyed this recipe, you'll find heaps more recipe ideas and clean eating nutrition support inside the Facebook Community, click here.

Emma Lisa, Nutritionist & Women's Practitioner

Emma Lisa is a Nutritionist & Women's Health Practitioner with over 14+ years experience in clean eating nutrition, meal planning and health coaching. She is a published cookbook author, passionate food recipe creator and lifestyle blogger, and an advocate for women's health and anti-diet culture. When she's not in clinic, Emma is mum to five kids, cooking in her test kitchen and a wellness digital creator. She lives in Sydney, Australia.

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