How to Make 7 Delightful Gluten-Free Animal Crackers at Home
These gluten-free animal crackers are a fun and delicious treat for kids and adults alike. Made with simple ingredients, they're easy to bake and perfect for snacking.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Use a blend that includes xanthan gum
- 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Cold, cut into cubes
- 0.25 cup Milk Any kind of milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Use animal-shaped cookie cutters to cut out the crackers. Place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.