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    Raw Vegan Habanero Pepper Crackers

    Published: Jul 20, 2013 · Last Updated: May 15, 2020 by Karielyn Tillman · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    These Gluten-Free Vegan Raw Habanero Pepper Crackers are an easy and healthy recipe made with clean, real food ingredients. They're a plant-based no-bake snack made with a dehydrator and are dairy-free, egg-free and oil-free!

    Gluten-Free Vegan Raw Habanero Pepper Crackers

    Here's why this recipe works - my top 3 reasons:

    1. It's a 100% raw, no-bake recipe
    2. Healthy homemade plant-based snack
    3. Made with clean, real food ingredients

    It's A 100% Raw, No-Bake Recipe

    Even though you need to allow extra time for them to dehydrate, the preparation couldn't be any easier.

    Just add all the ingredients to a Vitamix, spread the mixture on the dehydrator tray and then wait in anticipation for this healthy gluten-free and grain-free snack!

    There's no baking involved and because it's a 100% raw recipe, all the nutrients and enzymes are intact.

    Healthy Homemade Plant-Based Snack

    If you want a healthy, raw snack that packs some heat, these Raw Habanero Pepper Crackers will do the job.

    They are great to eat with a salad, a healthy dip or just plain.

    I topped half of them with sesame seeds and the other half with sesame seed and chia seed combo.

    Made With Clean, Real Food Ingredients

    You'll love how this no-bake cracker recipe is made with only 9 clean, real food ingredients.

    For example, ingredients such as almonds, sunflower seeds, cashews, red bell pepper, tomato, ground flax seeds, habanero pepper, ground cumin, and Himalayan pink salt.

    My healthy recipe is plant-based, raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, oil-free, soy-free, no-cook, paleo-friendly and Medical Medium compliant.

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    How To Make Gluten-Free Vegan Raw Habanero Crackers: Step-by-Step Instructions

    Here is how to make this recipe and I'll show you with step-by-step instructions below.

    Step 1: Optional: Soak The Nuts And Seeds

    Firstly, soaking the nuts and seeds are optional, but it breaks down the phytic acid and neutralizes the enzyme inhibitors.

    If you choose to soak them, simply add them to a bowl of filtered/purified water + a pinch of Himalayan pink salt overnight.

    Rinse them before adding them to the recipe.

    If you choose to skip this step, just add the dry nuts and seeds directly into the blender with the other ingredients.

    Step 2: Prep the Veggies

    Secondly, prep the veggies by cutting them into quarter pieces, which will make blending easier.

    Step 3: Prepare The Cracker Mixture:

    Thirdly, add all ingredients to a Vitamix and blend until it's creamy and smooth.

    The mixture should have a thick, paste-type consistency that is easily spreadable.

    Step 4: Spread The Mixture Onto A Dehydrator Tray

    Fourthly, transfer the cracker mixture onto a Paraflexx sheet and spread it evenly in a thin layer.

    You don't want the layer to be too thin or too thick.

    Step 5: Garnish With Optional Toppings

    Fifthly, you can add optional toppings to the crackers if you'd like.

    Some ideas are sesame seeds, chia seeds or freshly ground sea salt or black pepper.

    Step 6: Dehydrate the Crackers

    Sixthly, place the tray into the dehydrator and dehydrate at 115 degrees for approximately 6-10 hours.

    Next, remove the tray from the dehydrator and cut the crackers into the shape and size you like.

    Flip them over and place them onto a mesh tray.

    Dehydrate for an additional 6-10 hours, or until completely dry and crispy.

    Step 7: How To Store the Crackers

    Lastly, store the crackers in an air-tight BPA-free container at all times.

    They will get soft and lose their crispiness if exposed to moisture in the air.

    Expert Tips + Ingredient Substitutions For Raw Habanero Pepper Crackers

    Here are some expert tips to make this recipe perfectly:

    Soaking The Nuts + Seeds. You don't have to soak the nuts + seeds overnight, but it makes them healthier by releasing the phytic acid and neutralizing enzyme inhibitors.  I normally soak my nuts + seeds right after I buy them and then dehydrate them so they are ready to go when I need them.  In this case, since they didn't need to be dry for the recipe, I just soaked them overnight, rinsed them, then put them in the Vitamix.

    Habanero Pepper.  I used 2 habanero peppers and it was definitely hot.  If you don't want too much heat, just use one or if you want more, add another pepper. In addition, be very careful when handling habanero peppers and use gloves if possible.

    Himalayan Pink Salt. This is my salt of preference, however, you can always use sea salt.

    Optional Toppings.  I added organic sesame seeds and organic chia seeds on top to add some extra nutrition and I really liked the extra crunch it gave the crackers.  Some other options are freshly ground sea salt or black pepper. And, you can omit the toppings or use something else if you prefer.

    Want More Healthy Plant-Based Snack Recipes?  

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    • Lemon Dill Kale Chips
    • Roasted Chickpeas with Cilantro and Lime
    • Healthy Oven-Baked Green Tomatoes
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    Gluten-Free Vegan Raw Habanero Pepper Crackers

    These Gluten-Free Vegan Raw Habanero Pepper Crackers are an easy and healthy recipe made with clean, real food ingredients. They're a plant-based no-bake snack made with a dehydrator and are dairy-free, egg-free and oil-free!
    { Plant-Based | Raw | Vegan | Gluten-Free | Dairy-Free | Egg-Free | Soy-Free | Oil-Free | Flourless | No-Bake | Paleo-Friendly | Medical Medium }
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Inactive Time: 16 hours
    Total Time: 16 hours 10 minutes
    Yields: 8 servings
    Calories : 325

    Equipment

    • Vitamix
    • Dehydrator

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup organic raw sunflower seeds
    • 1 cup organic raw cashews
    • 1 cup organic raw almonds
    • 1/4 cup organic ground flax seeds
    • 1 organic tomato (cut into 1/4 pieces)
    • 1 organic red bell pepper (cut into 1/4 pieces)
    • 2 habanero peppers (cut into 1/4 pieces)
    • 1 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
    • 1 pinch organic ground cumin powder
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    Instructions

    Prep the veggies:

    • Prep the veggies by cutting the tomato, red bell pepper, and habanero peppers into quartered pieces. Take extra care when handling the habanero peppers because they are extremely hot - use gloves if possible.

    Prepare the cracker mixture:

    • Add all ingredients to a Vitamix and blend until everything is well blended and smooth, using the tamper if needed. The mixture should have a thick paste consistency.
    • Spread the mixture evenly in a thin layer onto a Paraflexx sheet.
    • Sprinkle chia seeds or sesame seeds on top, if desired.
    • Dehydrate for 6-10 hours at 115 degrees and then cut them into the size and shape you want.
    • Remove the tray from the dehydrator and cut the crackers into the size and shape you want.
    • Transfer the cut crackers onto a mesh sheet (flipping them over) and continue dehydrating for an additional 6-8 hours or until dry and crispy.
    • Store in an air-tight BPA-free container at all times to keep out moisture so they will stay crispy.

    Recipe Notes

    Soaking The Nuts + Seeds. You don't have to soak the nuts + seeds overnight, but it makes them healthier by releasing the phytic acid and neutralizing enzyme inhibitors.  I normally soak my nuts + seeds right after I buy them and then dehydrate them so they are ready to go when I need them.  In this case, since they didn't need to be dry for the recipe, I just soaked them overnight, rinsed them, then put them in the Vitamix.
    Habanero Pepper.  I used 2 habanero peppers and it was definitely hot.  If you don't want too much heat, just use one or if you want more, add another pepper. In addition, be very careful when handling habanero peppers and use gloves if possible.
    Himalayan Pink Salt. This is my salt of preference, however, you can always use sea salt.
    Optional Toppings.  I added organic sesame seeds and organic chia seeds on top to add some extra nutrition and I really liked the extra crunch it gave the crackers.  Some other options are freshly ground sea salt or black pepper. And, you can omit the toppings or use something else if you prefer.

    Nutrition Information

    Serving: 1svg | Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 27g | Sodium: 297mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 81mg
    Course:Snack
    Cuisine:American
    Recipe Author: Karielyn Tillman
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    Comments

    1. Sara Gepp says

      June 13, 2016 at 11:47 pm

      Yes! Saving this recipe. It was really helpful to know how nutritious sesame seeds are 🙂

      Reply
      • Karielyn says

        June 15, 2016 at 7:56 pm

        Hi there Sara! Thanks so much and I hope you enjoy the recipe 🙂

        Reply
    2. Michael says

      February 17, 2014 at 5:30 pm

      How well do the sheets clean up? I have a different
      dryer & the cleanup for things like this is a real
      challenge; I use parchment paper for the early stage
      of the drying process until the cracker has started
      to form up (perhaps this recipe isn't as soggy as
      some of the things I start with).

      I have a different dryer & the equivalent sheet
      has a different grid/opening.

      Reply
      • Karielyn says

        February 17, 2014 at 11:02 pm

        Hi there Michael! The mixture for these crackers will have a thick paste-type texture so it wouldn't be soggy or fall through the grid openings.

        But I do the same thing you do...I start them on a Paraflex sheet (equivalent to parchment paper) then after they form, flip them over and put them on the grid trays for the remaining drying time.

        I think you would be ok using the parchment paper but your trays would require more of a clean up job if you didn't.

        Thanks for your question and I hope that was the information you were looking for 😉

        Reply
    3. d says

      September 10, 2013 at 10:30 pm

      can I use this recipe and bake it if I don't have a dehydrator

      Reply
      • Karielyn says

        September 11, 2013 at 12:55 pm

        Hi there! I haven't tried this, but I think they would be fine if you baked them at the lowest temperature and just kept a close eye on them to make sure they didn't overcook or burn.

        You want them to just be crunchy enough to be like a cracker.

        I hope you get them to work in the oven...they are really good, especially if you like hot and spicy 😉

        Reply

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