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Almond Flour Graham Crackers (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

These easy low carb almond flour graham crackers are perfect for making S’mores during summer, or enjoying on their own as a snack! Totally gluten-free and dairy-free too.

A plate of almond flour graham crackers.

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Low Carb Graham Crackers Made with Almond Flour

Graham crackers (similar in taste to digestive biscuits) are a big part of summer – especially when making S’mores by the campfire.

I mean, just think of that delicious combination of melted chocolate and toasted marshmallows sandwiched between two crispy graham crackers…. Yuuum! Are you drooling yet?

And even if you aren’t into S’mores, you can still surely enjoy this popular cinnamon-flavored cookie as a sweet snack with a cup of tea, or crushed into crumbs to make a graham cracker crust as the base of a cheesecake, or desserts such as a tart or key lime pie.

Traditional graham crackers are usually made with wheat flour, and while you can buy a box of graham crackers, I wanted to make a version of homemade graham crackers that is also low-carb, as well as gluten-free and dairy-free.

Hand holding up a graham cracker

Why This Recipe Works:

  • Simple Ingredients: The main ingredients required for this almond flour graham cracker recipe are easily accessible at the local grocery store (nothing fancy required!).
  • Easy to Make: Preparing the graham cracker dough is a matter of mixing the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, after which you roll out the dough and cut it into rectangles, poke with holes and bake!
  • Totally Low Carb, Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free: The best part is that these easy graham cracker recipe is lower in carbohydrates, and totally gluten-free and dairy-free too, which means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten or lactose intolerances can enjoy it without issues.
Up close view of a plate of half-eaten almond graham crackers.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for this low carb almond flour graham crackers recipe.

(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)

Ingredients for almond flour graham crackers recipe laid out on grey board.

Recipes Notes + Substitutions:

  • Almond Flour: Make sure to use finely ground blanched almond flour (not the same as almond meal) for the best results.
  • Brown Sugar: I used light brown sugar to create the characteristic brown color of graham crackers, but you can also use dark brown sugar or coconut sugar if you prefer. Alternatively, if you are diabetic or insulin-resistant, I recommend using granulated monkfruit sweetener (a 1:1 sugar substitute that is zero glycemic index and will not raise your blood sugar).
  • Butter: I used unsalted dairy-free butter to keep this recipe dairy-free. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use unsalted regular butter instead.
  • Egg: The egg helps to bind the ingredients together, so make sure to add it in.
  • Baking Powder: Baking powder is the only leavening agent here, and is required to help the graham cracker dough rise a little, so make sure to add it in. If you are Celiac or gluten-intolerant, make sure to use certified gluten-free baking powder.
  • Ground Flaxseeds: I added ground flaxseed (also called flaxseed meal) to help bind the ingredients together as well as add more fiber. You can use either brown flaxseed meal or golden flaxseed meal.
  • Ground Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon adds a beautiful flavor to these low carb graham crackers, so I highly recommend adding it.

How to Make Almond Flour Graham Crackers (Step by Step):

1. Preheat and Line

Preheat the oven to 350F and line a large cookie sheet sheet with a piece of parchment paper.

2. Mix Almond Flour with Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour with the dairy-free butter and sugar and mix well.

3. Add Remaining Ingredients

Add the egg, salt, baking powder, ground flaxseeds (flaxseed meal), and ground cinnamon. Mix well.

Collage of images of steps for making graham crackers.

4. Knead

Knead the mixture with your hands until you get a smooth dough.

Graham cracker dough in a bowl.

5. Roll and Cut Dough

Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough until you get an evenly thin layer. Use a smooth sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into rectangles of the same size.

Rolled graham cracker dough cut into rectangles.

6. Place Dough on Baking Sheet and Prick Holes

Place the dough rectangles a few inches apart on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Prick each dough rectangle a few times with a fork to create a few lines of holes.

7. Bake Until Golden

Bake at 350F for about 15 minutes until the graham crackers are golden brown.

8. Let Cool Before Removing

Let the graham crackers cool fully on a wire rack at room temperature before serving and eating.

Top down view of a plate of graham crackers

Dish by Dish Tips/Tricks:

  • Characteristic Look: For the typical graham cracker look, make sure to cut the dough into rectangles and use a fork to poke a few lines of holes in each rectangle before baking. Alternatively, if you don’t care about the look, you can also cut the dough into squares or circles if you prefer.
  • Eat Immediately: In my opinion, these almond graham crackers are best eaten immediately if you want the crispy texture (almond flour baked goods tend to turn softer if you store them for a few days). To store, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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Almond Flour Graham Crackers (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)


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  • Author: Felicia Lim
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 graham crackers 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These easy low carb almond flour graham crackers are perfect for making S’mores during summer, or enjoying on their own as a snack! Totally gluten-free and dairy-free too.


Ingredients

Scale

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Line: Preheat the oven to 350F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Flour with Butter and Sugar: Mix almond flour with dairy-free butter and sugar.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the egg, salt, baking powder, ground flaxseeds (flaxseed meal), and ground cinnamon. Mix well.
  4. Knead: Knead the mixture with your hands until you get a smooth dough.
  5. Roll and Cut Dough: Roll out the dough until you get an evenly thin layer. Use a smooth knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into rectangles of the same size.
  6. Place Dough on Baking Sheet and Prick Holes: Place the dough rectangles a few inches apart on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Prick each dough rectangle a few times with a fork to create a few lines of holes.
  7. Bake Until Golden: Bake at 350F for about 15 minutes until the graham crackers are golden brown.
  8. Let Cool Before Removing: Let the almond flour graham crackers cool fully on the baking sheet before removing and serving.

Notes

Almond Flour: Make sure to use finely ground blanched almond flour (not the same as almond meal) for the best results.

Brown Sugar: I used light brown sugar to create the characteristic brown color of graham crackers, but you can also use dark brown sugar or coconut sugar if you prefer. Alternatively, if you are diabetic or insulin-resistant, I recommend using granulated monkfruit sweetener (a 1:1 sugar substitute that is zero glycemic index and will not raise your blood sugar).

Butter: I used unsalted dairy-free butter to keep this recipe dairy-free. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use unsalted regular butter instead.

Egg: The egg helps to bind the ingredients together, so make sure to add it in.

Baking Powder: Baking powder is the only leavening agent here, and is required to help the graham cracker dough rise a little, so make sure to add it in. If you are Celiac or gluten-intolerant, make sure to use certified gluten-free baking powder.

Ground Flaxseeds: I added ground flaxseed (also called flaxseed meal) to help bind the ingredients together as well as add more fiber. You can use either brown flaxseed meal or golden flaxseed meal.

Ground Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon adds a beautiful flavor to these low carb graham crackers, so I highly recommend adding it.

Storing: In my opinion, these almond flour graham crackers are best eaten immediately if you want the crispy texture (almond flour baked goods tend to turn softer if you store them for a few days).

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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4 Comments

    1. Hi Gwendolyn, I personally haven’t tried making it with agave nectar, but I believe you should be able to! You can try replacing the sugar with 1/4 cup agave nectar, and reduce the amount of butter by 1 tablespoon. Also, if you see that the dough is too wet, you can add another tablespoon of almond flour. Hope this helps, and happy baking!

  1. I love to eat these almond flour graham crackers as soon as they are done to truly enjoy the crispiness with my favorite beverage on a lazy afternoon.