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Zucchini Herb Crackers Recipe
Ash Tyrrell

Zucchini Herb Crackers Recipe

I first made these zucchini herb crackers on a summer afternoon when my garden had given me way more zucchini than I knew what to do with. I wasn't expecting much, but the moment they came out of the oven, golden and fragrant with herbs, I knew I'd found a new favorite snack.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups grated zucchini squeeze out the moisture well, or your crackers will turn out soggy instead of crisp
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese grate it fresh off the block for the best melt and flavor
  • 1 cup almond flour or all-purpose flour almond flour keeps things keto-friendly and adds a nutty taste
  • 1 large egg this binds everything together so the mixture holds its shape
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs like basil parsley, or thyme (fresh herbs taste far brighter than dried ones here)
  • 1 clove garlic minced (fresh garlic beats garlic powder every time for real flavor)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust down slightly since parmesan already brings saltiness
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked pepper adds a nice little kick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil this helps the crackers crisp up beautifully in the oven

Method
 

  1. Grate your zucchini using the box grater, then place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much liquid as you possibly can, since leftover moisture is the number one reason crackers end up chewy. I usually squeeze twice, letting it sit for a minute in between, just to be thorough.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, parmesan, flour, egg, herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until it forms a thick, slightly sticky dough. I like to use a fork first, then switch to my hands to bring it fully together.
  3. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle a little olive oil on top. Transfer the dough onto the sheet, then use a spatula or your fingers to press it into a thin, even layer. The thinner you spread it, the crispier your finished crackers will be.
  4. Before baking, use a pizza cutter or knife to score the dough into small squares or rectangles. This step makes it so much easier to break the crackers apart cleanly once they're baked and cooled. I usually go for bite-sized pieces around one inch wide.
  5. Bake at 350°F for about 30-35 minutes, until the edges turn deep golden brown and the center feels firm. Halfway through, I like to rotate the pan so everything browns evenly. Keep an eye on it near the end, since ovens vary a lot.
  6. Let the baked sheet cool completely on the pan before breaking it into crackers along your scored lines. This cooling step matters more than people think, because the crackers continue to firm up as they sit. Once cooled, they should snap apart cleanly.

Notes

  • I always salt my grated zucchini and let it sit for 10 minutes before squeezing, since it pulls out even more water
  • I've found that spreading the mixture too thick is my biggest enemy, so I aim for about a quarter-inch layer
  • I like adding a pinch of red pepper flakes when I want a little heat in the mix
  • I always let the crackers cool on the pan itself rather than moving them right away, since they firm up as they rest
  • I sometimes swap in cheddar for half the parmesan when I want a sharper, more savory bite