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Scandinavian-Inspired Walnut Oat Crispbread

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This Scandinavian-inspired walnut oat crispbread is the perfect snack when you need a long-lasting energy boost.

Disclosure: I received free samples of California Walnuts mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by California Walnuts and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.

Family Favorite Snack

I don’t know about your family, but at our house, we love our snacks.

One snack that we all reach for is crispbread.

What is crispbread? It’s a cracker bread common in the Nordic countries, with each country having its own variation. It’s often made with a base of rye flour and can also contain other grains like oats and a variety of seeds.

Another snack that we love? Nuts, especially California walnuts.

Combine these two and what do you get? Scandinavian-Inspired Walnut Oat Crispbread of course! It’s similar to my Nordic Seedy Cracker bread but differs in the main ingredients.

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Scandinavian-Inspired Walnut Oat Crispbread

This recipe shows that it’s not just seeds that can star in crispbread. By chopping up walnuts they work just as well. The end result is a delicious walnut oat crispbread that is nutrient-packed and perfect for snacking!

The rye and oats provide whole-grain carbohydrates and the walnuts and seeds provide healthy fat. The grains, walnuts, and seeds all also provide protein.

You can eat the crispbread plain if you need a quick snack, or top it with cheese, avocado, or hummus if you have a few extra minutes to spare.

This recipe makes 16 long crackers, about 8 servings, each serving providing a full 2 tablespoons of California walnuts!

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Benefits of Walnuts

Adding walnuts to your snack regime is a smart choice for many reasons. Here are just some of the benefits of walnuts:

  • Walnut consumption may be associated with improved cognitive function.
  • A handful of walnuts is a versatile snack or ingredient that can help you feel full and satisfied thanks to a combination of key nutrients including plant-based protein and fiber.
  • There are many wonderful nuts, but walnuts are the only nut with a significant source of essential omega-3 fatty acids.

For more information on snacking with walnuts go to https://walnuts.org/snacking/.

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Scandinavian-Inspired Walnut Oat Crispbread

This Scandinavian-inspired walnut oat crispbread is the perfect snack when you need a long-lasting energy boost. It's made with a base of walnuts, oats, and rye. Eat it plain or enjoy with toppings such as cheese, hummus, or avocado. Including walnuts in your snack regime is a smart choice. Research suggests walnut consumption may be associated with improved cognitive function. #sponsored
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Dairy-free, Nordic, vegan
Servings 8 servings (16 crackers)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • food processor

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup California walnuts plus extra for sprinkling on top
  • ¾ cup old-fashioned oats plus extra for sprinkling on top
  • ½ cup rye flour or spelt or white whole wheat
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds plus extra for sprinkling on top (or try sesame or pumpkin seeds)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt plus extra for sprinkling on top
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1 ¼ cups hot water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a reusable mat.
  • In a food processor, combine walnuts and ½ cup of the oats. Pulse about 30 times, until walnuts are well chopped.
  • In a large bowl, combine the walnut-oat mixture, the remaining ¼ cup whole oats, rye flour, sunflower seeds, sea salt, oregano, and thyme. Add the hot water and mix until blended. Let sit for 2-5 minutes to help the oats absorb the water.
  • Use a spatula to transfer the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread out evenly; get it as thin as possible.
  • Sprinkle the dough with the extra walnuts (chopped or crumbled into bits), oats, seeds, and sea salt.
  • Bake for 10 minutes and then remove and carefully cut into 16 slices. Place back in the oven and continue baking for another 30-40 minutes.
  • Let cool a bit and then carefully break apart. It's ok if they break into smaller pieces. Enjoy and store extras in an airtight container.

Notes

These crackers are delicious on their own or with a topping. Try with: different cheeses, hummus, avocado, or smoked salmon.
Keyword afterschool snack, crispbread, vegan, whole-grain

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