Why This Crunch Wins

• Zero Mixer – fork + hands = done.
• Low & Slow Bake – 300 °F for even crunch.
• Vegan-Friendly – coconut oil swap works.
• Gift-Ready – pack in mason jars with ribbon.

The Viral Hack (Store-Bought)

From TikTok to dinner tables: spread soft butter on saltines, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar, bake 5 min. Instant comfort.

• 8 saltine crackers
• 2 Tbsp soft butter
• ½ tsp cinnamon + 1 tsp sugar
• Bake 300 °F 5 min. Devour.

Homemade Saltine Recipe

• 2 cups all-purpose flour – structure.
• ½ tsp baking powder – gentle lift.
• ½ tsp salt – classic savoury note.
• ½ cup cold butter, grated – flakiness.
• ½ cup ice water – binds dough.
• 1 egg + 1 Tbsp water – egg wash for shine.
• Optional: flaky salt for topping.

1. Preheat 300 °F. Line a baking sheet.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, salt. Grate in butter; rub to coarse crumbs.
3. Add ice water; knead 30 sec to a shaggy dough.
4. Roll ⅛-inch thick; cut into 2-inch squares. Dock with fork.
5. Egg wash; sprinkle flaky salt. Bake 20–25 min until golden.
6. Cool completely; store airtight.

Silky Butter Blend

• ½ cup softened butter
• 2 Tbsp powdered sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

1. Beat until fluffy. Spread on warm crackers.

Flavor Twists

• Everything Bagel: sprinkle everything seasoning before baking.
• Cheese Crisps: add ½ cup grated cheddar to dough.
• Gluten-Free: use 1:1 GF baking blend.
• Vegan: swap butter for solid coconut oil.

Storage & Make-Ahead

• Room Temp: airtight 2 weeks.
• Freeze: squares wrapped 2 months.
• Gift-Ready: pack in mason jars with ribbon.

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