Everything Bagel Seed Crackers (Easy Savory Snack)

Tired of processed snacks with mystery ingredients? My everything bagel seed crackers deliver the perfect crispy crunch without any oils or additives. What sets my easy recipe apart is their simple preparation and incredible versatility—they work with any dip or topping you can imagine. I’m always on the hunt for savory snacks where I can…

A stack of everything bagel seed crackers on a white plate.

Tired of processed snacks with mystery ingredients? My everything bagel seed crackers deliver the perfect crispy crunch without any oils or additives. What sets my easy recipe apart is their simple preparation and incredible versatility—they work with any dip or topping you can imagine. I’m always on the hunt for savory snacks where I can control the ingredients, and these crispy crackers are my go-to solution.

Made with oat flour and a blend of seeds, they have the perfect crunch and that iconic everything bagel flavor we all love. My family requests these weekly because they’re perfect for dipping in homemade ranch or honey mustard, and they make a wonderful topping crumbled over salads too. The best part? No oils or processed ingredients—just simple, whole food goodness that comes together in one bowl.

Why You’ll Love This Everything Bagel Seed Crackers Recipe

  • Perfect for healthy snacking: Made with wholesome seeds and oat flour with no oils or processed ingredients.
  • Crispy, crunchy texture: My technique guarantees perfectly thin, crisp crackers that hold up to dipping.
  • Versatile for any occasion: Great for lunchboxes, afternoon snacks, or served with dips at gatherings.
  • Customizable for everyone: Easily swap seeds based on preferences or what’s in your pantry.
All the ingredients you need to make everything bagel seed crackers.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here’s everything you need to make these crunchy seed crackers:

Oat Flour: This is my favorite base for these crackers – it’s light and helps bind everything together without being heavy. Don’t have oat flour? Just blitz some rolled oats in your blender! Or you can swap in twice as much almond flour if you want them extra low-carb.

Pumpkin Seeds: I love the nutty crunch these add. If pumpkin seeds aren’t your thing, just throw in more sunflower seeds or even some chopped walnuts instead.

Sunflower Seeds: These give a nice buttery flavor that works so well here. I’ve used chopped almonds when I was out of sunflower seeds, and they worked great too!

Sesame Seeds: You can’t have everything bagel flavor without sesame seeds! I stick with white ones, but black sesame seeds look super pretty if you have them on hand.

Ground Flax Seed: This is my secret binding ingredient – plus it adds omega-3s and fiber. No ground flax? Use extra ground chia seeds instead.

Chia Seeds: I always keep these in my pantry – they help hold everything together while adding nutrition. Hemp seeds work as a substitute in a pinch.

Everything Bagel Seasoning: This gives that classic flavor we all crave! I buy mine pre-mixed, but you can easily make your own with some dried garlic, dried onion, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and salt.

Salt: Just a touch enhances all the flavors. I prefer sea salt, but whatever you have works fine!

Water: Nothing fancy here – just enough to create the right consistency. Sometimes I use vegetable broth for extra flavor when I have some open in the fridge.

Easily Adapt This Recipe for Any Diet

This recipe is naturally easy to tweak! Follow these simple swaps to make it gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan while keeping the same great texture and flavor.

Gluten-Free: The recipe is naturally gluten-free as written – just double-check your oat flour is certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.

Dairy-Free: This recipe is naturally dairy-free as written.

Vegan: This recipe is naturally vegan as written.

💡 Pro Tip: If you try a substitution, let us know how it worked in the comments!

A stack of everything bagel seed crackers for a savory snack.

How to Make My Savory Snack Seed Crackers Recipe

Here are easy, detailed, step-by-step instructions that are also repeated in the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.

Step 1: Prepare the Seed Mixture

In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup oat flour, 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons ground flax seed, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir until well mixed.

Add 1/2 cup water to the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the chia and flax seeds to absorb the liquid, creating a sticky, paste-like consistency.

Adding all the dry ingredients to mixing a bowl.
Stirring the water into the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.

Step 2: Spread and Prepare for Baking

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Transfer the seed mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, spread the mixture very thinly (about 1/8 inch thick) and as evenly as possible. Make sure there aren’t any holes in the mixture, as these areas will cook too quickly and burn.

For more even baking, spread the mixture slightly thicker around the edges than in the center, as the edges tend to cook faster.

Optionally, sprinkle a small amount of coarse sea salt over the top for extra flavor and crunch.

Dropping the seed cracker dough onto a parchment paper on a baking sheet.
Spreading the seed cracker dough out in a cookie sheet.

Step 3: Bake to Crispy Perfection

Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they’re lightly browned and crisp.

For perfectly shaped crackers: Bake for 15 minutes initially, then remove from the oven. While the mixture is still soft but starting to firm up, use a pizza cutter, knife, or pastry scraper to score lines where you want the crackers to break. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Watch carefully in the final minutes of baking, as the crackers can go from perfectly golden to burnt very quickly.

Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking along the score lines. This cooling time is crucial for achieving the perfect crunch.

Scoring the baked crackers with a knife.
Everything bagel seed crackers with pumpkin seeds on a white plate.

Expert Recipe Tips

Let the mixture rest: Don’t skip the 10-minute resting period. This allows the chia and flax seeds to absorb liquid and bind everything together properly.

Spread as thinly as possible: The thinner your crackers, the crispier they’ll be. An offset spatula or the back of a measuring cup works great for spreading evenly.

Make perfectly shaped crackers: Scoring the dough halfway through baking ensures clean breaks rather than random crumbles when cooled.

Watch the edges: If you notice the edges browning too quickly, cover just those parts with small strips of foil to prevent burning.

Ensure even thickness: Try to spread the mixture as evenly as possible for uniform baking. Any too-thin spots will burn before the rest is done.

Delicious Serving Suggestions

  • Homemade ranch dip: I like to serve these crackers with my protein-packed cottage cheese ranch dip. You’ll love it because it adds creaminess that perfectly complements the crunch of the crackers. Or try my cheddar greek yogurt cheese dip on these crispy crackers!
  • Honey mustard: Serve with my simple honey mustard dip for a sweet-savory combination. This bright, tangy dip cuts through the nuttiness of the seeds for a balanced bite.
  • Avocado mash: I spread ripe, mashed avocado on these crackers for a quick snack. You’ll love how the creamy avocado pairs with the crunchy texture for a satisfying healthy fat boost.
  • Crumbled over salads: Break these crackers into pieces and use as crunchy salad toppers. The savory everything bagel flavor adds a perfect finishing touch to fresh greens.

Airtight container: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. The container helps maintain that perfect crispness without softening.

Refrigerate for longer storage: Keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks in a sealed container. The cooler temperature helps preserve the seeds’ natural oils.

Freeze for meal prep: These crackers freeze beautifully for up to 3 months. I often make a double batch and freeze half for quick snack emergencies.

Refresh stale crackers: If they begin to lose their crunch, simply reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes to restore crispness. This works like magic to make them taste freshly baked again.

How do I know when the crackers are done baking? I look for even golden-brown coloring and edges that feel firm when touched. Give the center a quick press – it should feel dry, not doughy. Don’t worry if they’re slightly flexible when hot – they’ll crisp up as they cool!

Can I add different spices instead of everything bagel seasoning? Absolutely! I’ve made these with Italian seasoning and nutritional yeast for a cheesy version that was amazing. Try curry powder, smoked paprika, or even cinnamon for a sweet version. Just stick to about 1-1½ teaspoons of seasoning so it doesn’t overpower the nutty seeds.

Why aren’t my crackers crisping up? You probably spread them too thick! I’ve learned the hard way that they need to be super thin (about 1/8 inch). If they’re still not crisp after baking, break them up, spread them out again, and pop them back in at 300°F for another 5-10 minutes.

How can I prevent the edges from burning before the center is done? This trick has saved my crackers every time: spread the mixture slightly thicker around the edges than in the center. If they still start browning too fast, just place small strips of foil over the edges halfway through baking. Works like a charm!

A stack of everything bagel seed crackers on a white plate.

Everything Bagel Seed Crackers (Easy Savory Snack)

Dairy-Free diet-friendly recipe
Gluten-Free diet-friendly recipe
These everything bagel seed crackers combine oat flour, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, flax, and chia into thin, crispy homemade crackers with iconic everything bagel flavor. Perfect for healthy snacking, they're gluten-free, vegan, oil-free, and ideal for dipping or topping salads.
5 from 2 votes
Servings 4
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup oat flour
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons ground flax seed
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup oat flour, 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, 2 tablespoons ground flax seed, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir until well mixed.
    Add 1/2 cup water to the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the chia and flax seeds to absorb the liquid, creating a sticky, paste-like consistency.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Transfer the seed mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, spread the mixture very thinly (about 1/8 inch thick) and as evenly as possible. Make sure there aren't any holes in the mixture, as these areas will cook too quickly and burn.
    For more even baking, spread the mixture slightly thicker around the edges than in the center, as the edges tend to cook faster.
    Optionally, sprinkle a small amount of coarse sea salt over the top for extra flavor and crunch.
  • Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they're lightly browned and crisp.
    For perfectly shaped crackers: Bake for 15 minutes initially, then remove from the oven. While the mixture is still soft but starting to firm up, use a pizza cutter, knife, or pastry scraper to score lines where you want the crackers to break. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
    Watch carefully in the final minutes of baking, as the crackers can go from perfectly golden to burnt very quickly.
    Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking along the score lines. This cooling time is crucial for achieving the perfect crunch.

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Notes

Let the mixture rest: Don’t skip the 10-minute resting period. This allows the chia and flax seeds to absorb liquid and bind everything together properly.
Spread as thinly as possible: The thinner your crackers, the crispier they’ll be. An offset spatula or the back of a measuring cup works great for spreading evenly.
Make perfectly shaped crackers: Scoring the dough halfway through baking ensures clean breaks rather than random crumbles when cooled.
Watch the edges: If you notice the edges browning too quickly, cover just those parts with small strips of foil to prevent burning.
Ensure even thickness: Try to spread the mixture as evenly as possible for uniform baking. Any too-thin spots will burn before the rest is done.

Nutrition

Calories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 217mgPotassium: 186mgFiber: 5gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, savory snack, seed crackers, sesame seed, sunflower seeds
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3 Comments

  1. This was my first time making crackers but I trust Nicole and love her recipes and I gave it a try. They taste even better than I expected! Especially dipped in her cheese sauce.

5 from 2 votes

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