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It’s crunch time — for happy gluten-free eaters. The days when gluten-avoiders had to suffer without the crispy crunch of a well-made cracker are gone, done, over. Today, a stroll down any cracker aisle turns up crackers of all sorts that don’t have a trace of gluten.[br][br]Made with a creative array of nut, vegetable and grain flours, gluten-free crackers are not only plentiful, but surprisingly tasty — when done right. Most are crispy and seedy, predominately made from rice and sesame. Others are similar to their gluten-packed cousins; think Carr’s Water Crackers, Cheez-Its or Wheat Thins.[br][br]The best are toasty, flavorful bites that leave you wondering what took them so long to make it to market. The worst are oddball concoctions that are oily, over-seasoned or texturally challenged — or they taste like a tragic health-food collision.[br][br]Here’s the scoop on the best gluten-free crackers and the yucky, crunchy mistakes. Nutrition details refer to 30 grams, which can range from five to 28 crackers, depending on size and ingredients.[br][br]Crunchmaster Multi-Seed Chile Pasilla[br][br]A perfect balance of seasonings in these crispy, spicy, snack-sized crackers made with brown rice and potato starch makes these disappear quickly. 140 calories, 5 g fat, 120 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $3.69 for 4.5 ounces at Whole Foods. (4 stars)[br][br]Absolutely Gluten Free Original[br][br]These simple white crackers are a standout alternative to water crackers. They are slightly under seasoned, but have a pleasant crunch and are thick enough to play well with charcuterie. 130 calories, 4 g fat, 130 mg sodium, 1 g protein. $4.99 for 4.4 ounces at Whole Foods. (4 stars)[br][br]Jilz Crackerz Original Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper[br][br]Super-thin and extra seedy, these are more like a cracker bread. They are tender, salty and packed with flavor thanks to sesame, sunflower, chia and flax seeds. Added bonus: They come in four packets, so they don’t go stale. 100 calories, 8 g fat, 180 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $6.99 for 5.5 ounces at Whole Foods. (4 stars)[br][br]Trader Joe’s Original Savory Thin Crackers[br][br]Unlike so many sesame crackers, these nail it on both flavor and texture. They’re crispy, salty and packed with toasted sesame seeds. 130 calories, 2.5 g fat, 115 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $1.69 for 3.4 ounces. (3½ stars)[br][br]Doctor Kracker Seeds and Sea Salt[br][br]The addition of oat flour gives these a more traditional texture, a plus for those who want crackers they can stack with cheese and charcuterie. 120 calories, 4.5 g fat, 115 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $4.49 for 4 ounces at Whole Foods. (3 stars)[br][br]Simply Balanced Multigrain Brown Rice Crackers[br][br]Rice and sesame are the primary flavors in these medium-sized rectangles, but the millet, flax and quinoa add more complex flavor. They’re plain but enjoyable. 130 calories, 2.5 g fat, 135 mg sodium, 2 g protein. $2.79 for 3.5 ounces at Target. (3 stars)[br][br]365 Black Sesame Rice Crackers[br][br]These black crackers bathed in tamari sauce are earthy and rich with a touch of sweetness. 130 calories, 3 g fat, 140 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $2.99 for 3.57 ounces at Whole Foods. (3 stars)[br][br]Simple Mills Rosemary & Sea Salt Almond Flour Crackers[br][br]Rosemary fans will love these Wheat Thins-style crackers. They’re tasty, if a bit over-seasoned. 150 calories, 8 g fat, 180 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $4.99 for 4.25 ounces at Whole Foods. (2½ stars)[br][br]Good Thins Veggie Blend Rice Crackers[br][br]The light texture of these small squares made by Nabisco makes them fun to eat, and they definitely taste like roasted vegetables, albeit slightly burned ones. 120 calories, 1.5 g fat, 90 mg sodium, 2 g protein. $4.49 at Safeway for 3.5 ounces. (2 stars)[br][br]Van’s Say Cheese[br][br]Say Cheese? Say what? These Cheez-It inspired bites get points for their extra-crispy texture, but the mere hint of processed cheese flavor is a bust. 140 calories, 5 g fat, 230 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $3 for 5 ounces at Sprouts Market. (2 stars)[br][br]Milton’s Gluten Free Fire Roasted Vegetable Crackers[br][br]The hit of roasted vegetable flavor in these curly, chip-like crackers is a win, but they have far too much cumin. 130 calories, 4 g fat, 240 mg sodium, 2 g protein. $3.49 for 4.5 ounces at Safeway. (1½ stars)[br][br]Blue Diamond Almond Nut-Thins[br][br]These are certainly edible, but they taste flat and lack the crisp texture of their competitors. 130 calories, 2 g fat, 80 mg sodium, 3 g protein. $3.99 for 4.25 ounces at Safeway. (1 star)[br][br]Saffron Road Oven Baked Rosemary Herb Lentil Crackers[br][br]Even fans of rosemary will have a hard time with these sweet, beany crackers made with lentil flour. The crackers are light and crisp, but the flavor is just plain odd. 120 calories, 2 g fat, 150 mg sodium, 5 g protein. $3.99 for 4.5 ounces at Sprouts. (½ a star)[br][br]Laiki Black Rice Crackers[br][br]These puffy little black crackers have a Bugles-like texture, but the flavor? These taste like oil. 130 calories, 8 g fat, 110 mg sodium, 4 g protein. $3.49 for 3.53 ounces at Whole Foods. (No stars)[br][br]Edward & Sons Baked Vegetable Brown Rice Snaps[br][br]Proceed with caution: These pack such a massive garlic punch, they obliterate tastebud sensation, and the crackers are so tough, they hurt your teeth. 120 calories, 2 g fat, 70 g sodium, 2 g protein. $3.50 for 3.5 ounces at Sprouts. (No stars)[br][br] |
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发表于 2019-07-02 14:19:04
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