Cream cracker

A cream cracker is a flat, square, savory biscuit that has been delighting taste buds since its invention by Joseph Haughton in Dublin, Ireland, around 1885. William Jacob soon began producing them in a small bakery, and they quickly gained popularity. The name "cream crackers" is derived from the creaming method used during their production.

These crackers are traditionally made with fermented dough and consist of wheat flour, vegetable oil, and yeast. They are a versatile snack, often enjoyed with cheese, corned beef, Marmite, Vegemite, butter, or margarine.

One of the appealing aspects of cream crackers is their low calorie count, with each biscuit containing about 35 kcal on average. They have a global fan base and are popular in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Argentina, Taiwan, Peru, Chile, Brazil, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and South Africa.

Jacob's is a well-known brand associated with cream crackers, although it is owned by different companies in various regions. In Southeast Asia, manufacturers include Khong Guan, Hup Seng, Hwa Tai, and Jacob's (Kraft Malaysia). South Asia boasts producers such as Ceylon Biscuits Limited, Maliban Biscuit Manufactories Limited (Sri Lanka), and Britannia Industries (India). In South Africa, Bakers is a leading manufacturer, while in Newfoundland, Canada, Purity Factories makes cream crackers using lard.

Whether you enjoy them plain or with a topping, cream crackers offer a delightful, low-calorie snacking option that has stood the test of time.