Lavash Crackers with Za’atar

5 from 1 vote

Lavash Crackers with Za’atar is a Mediterranean appetizer recipe with 10-minute prep, crispy baked texture, and simple pantry ingredients. Thin sheets of lavash bread are brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with za’atar and sesame seeds, then baked until golden and crunchy for an easy lavash cracker recipe, perfect for hummus or cheese boards.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Servings:

Calories: 135kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

Baking sheets
Pastry brush
Sharp knife or pizza cutter
Cutting board

Ingredients

2 large sheets lavash bread such as Joseph’s flax lavash or similar wrap-style lavash
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons za’atar seasoning
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
½ teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place the lavash on a large cutting board and cut into triangles, squares, or rustic shards using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
Arrange the lavash pieces in a single layer on two large baking sheets. Brush lightly with olive oil so the surface is evenly coated. Sprinkle the za’atar, sesame seeds, and sea salt evenly over the top.
Transfer the pans to the oven and bake for 4 to 6 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through cooking. The crackers should be lightly golden and crisp around the edges.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the crackers to cool directly on the pans for about 5 minutes. They will firm up as they cool. Serve with hummus, whipped feta, or other Mediterranean-style dips.

Notes

Cooking Notes

Thin lavash bread bakes quickly, so keep a close eye on the oven during the final minute to prevent over-browning. Evenly brushing the olive oil helps the seasoning stick and ensures the crackers crisp evenly.

Tips for Best Results

Cut the lavash into evenly sized pieces so they bake uniformly.
Rotate the baking sheets halfway through baking for consistent browning.
Let the crackers cool for five minutes so they fully crisp.
Keep the seasoning light so the lavash remains crisp rather than oily.

How to Know It’s Ready

The crackers should appear lightly golden and feel crisp around the edges. They will become even firmer as they cool on the baking sheet.

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