These homemade wheat thins are perfectly crispy and have the delicious golden wheat flavor of the original snack.

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Today I’m sharing a recipe for homemade wheat thins that have the delicious golden wheat flavor of the original snack.

Not only are these homemade wheat thins much easier to make than I assumed, but they’re also cheaper and healthier. This makes a great school lunch box idea that requires few ingredients and tastes like the real thing even better!

homemade wheat thin crackers on a countertop

Homemade Wheat Thin Ingredients

Thanks to whole wheat flour and a mixture of basic pantry spices and seasonings, these homemade crackers are super simple to pull off and taste even better than the boxed version.

Head to the pantry and see if you have everything you need to make this yummy snack happen:

Whole wheat flour
Sugar
Salt
Paprika
Butter
Water
Vanilla extract

Once baked and stored in an airtight container these will stay fresh and crispy for up to a week, if they make it that long.

How to Make Wheat Thins

Roll up those sleeves, and let’s make these homemade crackers!

Prepare
Preheat oven to 400F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, paprika, and salt. Grate the cheese and butter into the flour mixture, stir to combine.
Make the Dough
Stir together the water and vanilla. Add to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms. Shape into a ball.
*You made need to use your hands for this part. If the dough appears dry, add a tablespoon of water, but not too much, as you do not want the dough to become sticky.
Cut into Squares
Split the dough in half. On a floured surface or roll out half the dough into 1/16th inch thickness. Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the dough into squares or your shape of choice. Place the squares onto the lined baking sheets.
Bake Until Crispy
Bake for 8-10 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through to ensure even baking. Remove from the oven and allow to cool down completely before storing in an airtight container.

Want to enjoy these same yummy crackers but gluten-free? I also have a great recipe for gluten-free crackers that beats the boxed version any day.

Are Homemade Wheat Thins a Healthy Snack?

Nothing beats homemade snacks and treats. Not only do they tend to taste better than the store-bought options, but you can control what ingredients go into the recipe and which ones to avoid. These crackers are made with simple and basic pantry staples, no additives, artificial flavors, or food coloring.

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What to Serve with Homemade Crackers

Use these crackers for all your favorite purposes, whether it’s to pack in a lunchbox or serve with your favorite dip. Check out these snack ideas with crackers to grab ideas on how to serve them!

I’ve also got you covered with a few of my favorite dip recipes that use fresh ingredients and minimal effort.