Cream cracker facts for kids
Cream crackers with garlic-herb cheese spread
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| Type | Cracker or biscuit |
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| Place of origin | Ireland |
| Created by | Joseph Haughton |
| Main ingredients | Wheat flour, yeast |
A cream cracker is a flat, usually square, and savory biscuit. It's often eaten as a snack. The name "cream cracker" comes from how the dough is mixed. It's made using a special process called creaming. This helps make the cracker light and crispy.
Cream crackers are traditionally made from dough that has been fermented. This means yeast is used to help the dough rise a little. It also gives the cracker its unique flavor. They are made from wheat flour, vegetable oil, and yeast. People commonly eat them with cheese, corned beef, or other savory toppings. Some popular toppings include Marmite or Vegemite. They are also tasty with just butter or margarine, or even plain. An average cream cracker has about 35 calories.
History of Cream Crackers
The cream cracker was first invented by Joseph Haughton. He created it at his home in Dublin, Ireland. Later, a baker named William Jacob started making them. This happened in a small bakery around the year 1885.
Where Cream Crackers Are Popular
Cream crackers are enjoyed in many parts of the world. They are very popular in the United Kingdom and Ireland. You can also find them in Argentina, where brands like Traviata and Express are well-known.
They are also popular in Taiwan, Peru, Chile, and Brazil. In Southeast Asia and South Asia, many people enjoy them too. Countries like Sri Lanka and India have their own manufacturers. Cream crackers are also a favorite in South Africa.
The most famous brand of cream crackers is Jacob's. In Ireland, the Jacob's brand is owned by Jacob Fruitfield Food Group. This group is part of Valeo Foods. In the UK, Europe, and North America, United Biscuits owns the Jacob's brand. Other companies around the world also make cream crackers. For example, Purity Factories in Newfoundland, Canada, makes them using lard.
