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Cinnamon Graham Crackers

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Cinnamon Graham Crackers Snack, Baking Ingredient, Cracker

At a Glance

  • Category Snack, Baking Ingredient, Cracker

The Forktionary Angle

"The humble cracker that transforms into campfire magic and provides the foundational crunch for countless desserts."

Definition

Sweet, crisp crackers made from whole wheat flour, flavored with cinnamon and honey, popular for s'mores and pie crusts.

Historical Note Developed in the 19th century as part of the Graham diet, emphasizing whole wheat and plain foods.
Storage Fact Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness; they can last several weeks.
Usage Tip For a firmer pie crust, bake the crushed cracker mixture for 8-10 minutes before filling.

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Cinnamon Graham Crackers are:

Sweet Cinnamon Honey Wheat Toasted

Chef’s Secret

Crush graham crackers with melted butter, then press into a pan and freeze for 15 minutes before adding a no-bake cheesecake filling.

Best Substitutes

Digestive Biscuits

for crusts
Ratio 1:1

Vanilla Wafers

for sweet crusts
Ratio 1:1

Shortbread Cookies

for sweet crusts
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Check for expiration dates and ensure packaging is sealed to prevent staleness. Choose brands based on desired sweetness and texture.

Culinary Pairings

Chocolate marshmallows fruit pudding ice cream coffee milk

Recipes Using Cinnamon Graham Crackers

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5 Ingredients Or Less For 1 Or 2 Preparation Easy

Apple Graham Dessert

A delightful and easy-to-make Apple Graham Cracker Dessert, inspired by Best of Country Cooking! This kid-friendly recipe layers crunchy graham crackers with sweet applesauce and creamy whipped topping for a no-bake treat the whole family will love. Perfect for potlucks or a simple weeknight dessert. (Chill time included in prep time)

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Served Cold Bananas Fruit Course

Banana Cream Pudding Parfaits

Indulge in these dreamy Banana Cream Pudding Parfaits! Quick and easy to make (ready in just 20 minutes!), they're elegant enough for guests but so delicious you might devour the whole batch yourselves! Layers of creamy pudding, sweet bananas, and crunchy Nilla wafers create a delightful dessert experience.

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