1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Combine the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, mixed seeds, whole wheat flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until well mixed.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), water, and olive oil until well combined.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms. If the dough feels too dry, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together but isn’t sticky.
5. Roll Out the Dough
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Use a rolling pin to roll it out to about 1/8 inch thick. If the dough is sticking, dust it lightly with flour or place it between two sheets of parchment paper to roll out.
6. Cut into Shapes
- Cut the rolled dough into your desired shapes using a pizza cutter or a knife. You can create squares, rectangles, or any fun shape you like.
7. Transfer to Baking Sheet
- Carefully transfer the cut crackers to the prepared baking sheet. If desired, poke holes in the crackers with a fork to prevent them from puffing up while baking.
8. Bake the Crackers
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the crackers are crisp. Keep an eye on them in the last few minutes to avoid burning.
9. Cool and Store
- Remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, they will harden a bit more.
- Store the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Tips and Variations
- Seed Options: Feel free to mix and match seeds according to your preference. Chia seeds, hemp seeds, or even crushed nuts can add extra flavor and nutrition.
- Flavor Enhancements: Experiment with adding herbs or spices like garlic powder, onion powder, or dried herbs for additional flavor.
- Sweetness Adjustment: If you prefer your crackers sweeter, increase the honey to 3 tablespoons.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these honey oatmeal seed crackers as a healthy snack on their own, or pair them with hummus, cheese, or guacamole for a delightful appetizer. They’re a crunchy, wholesome addition to any snack platter!