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It’s back to school time. Friends and relatives are dropping their children off at college. Families are shopping for school supplies and clothes for their children that grew three feet during the summer. Even though I’m not going back to school and don’t have any school aged children, I still enjoy the excitement that comes with this new beginning. I always loved school functions, although I don’t miss the homework. I’m sure my kids don’t miss it either.
Moms and dads everywhere will be stocking the shelves with after school snacks for their hungry students so I thought I’d help by sharing this recipe for an easy chocolaty treat.
You probably know I have a thing for dough … and rolling pins … well, and ice cream too. I’ve always been a fan of graham crackers and especially love chocolate grahams. These sweet crackers are very adaptable. You can add a sprinkle of coarse sugar or sea salt or smear a little Nutella on top with sliced bananas.
I’m putting these in the freezer to take with us on a camping trip. Can’t you just see toasted marshmallows on top of a chocolate graham?
Made with melted bittersweet chocolate, brown sugar, honey and a little whole wheat flour, these bake up crisp and not overly sweet.
Chocolate Graham Crackers
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 24
Course: Cookies, Crackers
A delicious anytime treat!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate chopped
- ⅓ cup milk
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup brown sugar lightly packed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter cubed
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the chopped chocolate, milk and honey. Heat on low, stirring occasionally until the chocolate is melted. Set aside to cool at least 15 minutes. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a large mixing bowl combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Whisk until combined. Using a pastry blender add in the cubed butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chocolate mixture and blend just until combined. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and form each into into a disc. Wrap each disc in a piece of plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly flour a large piece of parchment or wax paper. Roll one piece of dough out until ⅛ inch thick. Cut into desired shapes or 3x3 inch squares. Place the dough pieces on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes or until slightly darkened and set.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool. Makes about 24 (3x3 inch) graham crackers.
Recipe Notes
(adapted from a recipe from Better Homes and Gardens)
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.
Nutrition
Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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Have a wonderful week! Thanks so much for stopping by.
Tricia
Rashida Shaikh
Those are cute…I like the addition of wheat flour
Wendy Sondov
Chocolate graham crackers with peanut butter is a perfect after school snack! I love the little cut-out shapes! They make the graham crackers special. 🙂
Marcela
ohh…. I'm going to make these for MYSELF!:P delicious!
SavoringTime in the Kitchen
I am going to make these for my grandsons because I want some too 🙂 They look delicious and love the little cut-outs!
Kari Lindsay
I don't have kids in school either, but I still consider the beginning of the school year the beginning of my year. Love these grahams for smores, though I could just snack on them all the day long!
Sue/the view from great island
The first thing I thought of when I saw these was the wonderful s'mores in your future— your grandson is going to be a happy camper!!
Kitchen Belleicious
they look soooo great! I made a GF version for my kids and they are wonderful but there is nothing like the original. I love your cutout shapes. too cute! your such a fun and awesome mom!
Angie Schneider
These graham crackers look perfectly perfect, Tricia.
Monica
This recipe sounds totally delicious and what a great homemade treat for the back-to-schooler! I adore it, especially your lovely cut-out shapes. Very adorable and I bet super delicious. I'm in denial about Labor Day coming up and school starting already but I can't help but notice all the snacks in the grocery aisle and all the shopping going on. Sigh…
michaelswoodcraft
…MMM I could eat a stack of those Tricia, they look delicious! I love your idea of using the small cutters. The heart would be great for Valentines Day. My wife loves Chocolate Graham Crackers, showed her your recipe and she plans to make these tomorrow.
Cheri Savory Spoon
HI Tricia, we head back to phoenix the end of next month. I will be watching my 4 and 8 year old grandsons for 2 weeks why my son and daughter in-law go away for their 10 year anniversary. They would go crazy for these!!! Pinned! Thanks
Anna and Liz Recipes
YUM! Tricia! We adore your cookies – no matter what, when, or where you are baking, your cookies always come out perfect! Have a great week…. xxoo