Graham Cracker
What is Graham Cracker?
Graham crackers are a type of sweet cracker made with graham flour, which is a type of whole wheat flour. They are typically sweetened with honey or molasses and have a slightly coarse texture. Graham crackers are baked until crisp.
Is Graham Cracker a major allergen?
Graham crackers are made with wheat flour, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Graham Cracker used for?
Graham crackers are often eaten as a snack on their own or used as a base for desserts like cheesecakes and ice cream.
Is Graham Cracker safe?
Graham flour is a whole grain, and whole grains are part of a healthy diet.
Why it's used
Graham crackers are often eaten as a snack on their own or used as a base for desserts like cheesecakes and ice cream. Manufacturers use them for their sweet flavor, crunchy texture, and ability to hold their shape when baked.
Health notes
Graham flour is a whole grain, and whole grains are part of a healthy diet. The FDA considers graham flour to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). While they contain sugar, typical consumption as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated ingredients commonly found in graham crackers.
Allergen info
Graham crackers are made with wheat flour, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They may also contain other allergens depending on the specific recipe and manufacturing facility.
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