Homemade Wheat Thins

These crackers are delicious and simple to make! The directions say to make these in a bowl, but I've been using the food processor which makes the mixing-up time faster and easier. 

Enjoy!!

Homemade Wheat Thins

• 1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus extra for sprinkling
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 4 tablespoons butter, cold
• 1/4 cup water (plus more, if necessary)
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla

In a bowl mix together flour, sugar, salt and paprika. Using a regular sized cheese grater, grate butter into flour mixture (or cut in with pastry cutter or knives). Immediately toss butter in flour mixture to coat, breaking up pieces a bit more as you go.

Mix together water and vanilla. Pour over flour mixture and mix until evenly moistened and the dough comes together but is not sticky (add a bit more water if necessary). Divide the mixture in half and form into balls.

On a lightly floured counter, roll out the dough as thinly as possible (or as desired). Cut into squares and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with a bit of salt (and other toppings if desired).

Bake at 400º F for 8-10 minutes or until browned and crisp. Cool completely and store in an air-tight container or bag at room temperature.

Makes approximately: 60 crackers (depending on the size and shape you make them)