We’ve been thinking about it, and you know what? Crackers don’t get enough love. Honestly, is there a harder working food than the cracker? Incredibly snackable and also a delicious side to soup. They do the heavy lifting for charcuterie boards and hors d’oeuvres. Just add meat, cheese, or whatever suits your fancy.

Plain or seasoned, sweet or savory, crackers are the unacknowledged workhorse of the culinary world. Well, we’ve been neglectful for long enough. We’re not about to spread our gratitude too thin either. It’s about time we show some appreciation for crackers’ crispy texture, varied flavors, and versatility. 

Ready to give crackers the credit they’re due? We’ve made a list of the best crackers you can buy, whether you’re in the mood for a pre-game snack or hosting your fanciest friends at a swanky wine and cheese. These crackers won’t let you down.

1. Back to Nature Classic Round Crackers 8.5oz

BEST CRACKERS FOR CHEESE

When you’re putting together a cheese plate, you want to select crackers that put the cheese front and center. These crispy, delicious rounds are seasoned with a touch of sea salt, giving that delightful creamy dairy room to shine.

$5.29

2. Simple Mills Rosemary & Sea Salt Almond Flour Crackers 4.25oz

BEST VEGAN CRACKERS

With such herbaceous flavors, you can enjoy these crackers on their own or pair them with simple cheeses and dips. Made with a wholesome blend of almond flour, sunflower seeds, and flax seeds, you can feel good knowing that these snacks are certified gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and vegan.

$5.49

3. Di Bruno Bros. Garlic Crostini 7oz

BEST CRACKERS FOR DIPPING

Oh, garlic! Oh, crostini! These two are meant to go together. The very familiar aroma of the tangy, never sweet garlic baked into our crostini will make you drool over every bite. And their size makes them the perfect scoop to get the last scraps of creamy dip from your bowl. Happy snacking!

$3.29

4. Milton's Cracker Ss G.F. 4.5oz

BEST GLUTEN-FREE CRACKERS

Crispy. Crunchy. Delicious. These delightful crackers are made from a flavorful blend of five gluten-free grains and baked to crispy perfection with just a dash of sea salt. These crisps are the perfect crowd-pleasing snack with no GMOs and are certified gluten-free.

$3.99

5. Potter's Crackers Classic White Crackers 5oz

BEST CRACKERS FOR PATÉ

Potter's White Wheat Crackers are flavorful homemade biscuits that won’t distract from what you’re serving. These classic crackers let whatever you’re serving, be it paté, spreads, or cheese, be the show's star. Or you can let them shine all on their own  — crispy, salty, buttery, yum!

$8.09

6. Mary's Gone Crackers Original Organic Crackers 6.5oz

BEST CRACKERS FOR DIABETICS

Mary’s Gone Crackers are organic and gluten-free, made with all-natural, non-GMO ingredients, including whole grain, brown rice, quinoa, flaxseeds, and sesame seeds. Packed with flavor and just the right amount of crunch, they’re perfect for a snack or as part of an appetizer.

$5.99

7. Wellington Assorted Crackers 8.8oz

BEST CRACKERS FOR CHARCUTERIE BOARDS

Wellington crackers and biscuits are perfect for decadent charcuterie or cheese boards. Master bakers have created a fine assortment with excellence and tradition baked into every bite. Each cracker is the ultimate compliment to savory hors d'oeuvres, cheese, cured meats, and spreads.

$6.99

8. Ritz Crackers Original 13.7oz

BEST BUTTER CRACKER

Do crackers get any better than RITZ? Rich, buttery flavor? Check! Perfect level of saltiness? Check! Crisp, flaky texture. Triple check! These are the perfect crackers to go with just about anything, from savory to sweet. Could you pass the peanut butter?

$4.99

9. Wheat Thins Original Crackers 8.5oz

BEST CRACKER FOR SNACKING

Salty and sweet, crunchy, and munchy. These are one of the original and best whole-grain crackers ever baked. Their delicious nutty multi-grain flavor is great solo, but it really shines at snack time when combined with a garlicky cream cheese spread. We just can’t get enough.

$6.49

10. Carr's Table Water Crackers 4.25oz

BEST THIN CRACKER

These round beauties are wafer-thin and pack a delicious snap when you bite into them. They’re the perfect, all-purpose cracker to serve with hors d’oeuvres or antipasto. You can pair them with anything from dips to pates, firm cheeses to herb spreads, deli meats to fish. 

$5.29

11. Premium Saltine Crackers 16oz

BEST CRACKERS FOR TOMATO SOUP

If there was ever a more perfect lunch combination than tomato soup and Premium saltine crackers, we don’t know what it is. These are the most simple, delightful, addictive crackers created. Don’t limit them to soup either! Slather some peanut butter, top them with honey, or eat them plain. You do you.

$4.49

12. Pretzel Crisps Original Pretzel Crackers 7.2oz

BEST HUNGER BUSTING CRACKER

These are the best grab-and-go snack cracker. The adorable shapes, crispy texture, and mouth-watering salty flavor will keep your hunger at bay until you can sit down for a real meal. You could dip them in anything, but why would you want to?

$3.99

13. Asturi Bruschettini Rosemary & Olive Oil 4.2oz

BEST ARTISANAL CRACKER

Get the best cracker Italy has to offer. These all-natural bruschetta toasts are baked using age-old artisan recipes and all-natural ingredients, like high-quality olive oil and fresh rosemary. They’re the perfect toasty snack all by themselves or topped with almost anything.

$4.99

14. Cheez-It Original Baked Snack Crackers 7oz

BEST CHEESE CRACKER

Make snack time a little more fun with these bite-sized crackers. Cheesy little squares are baked to crispy perfection using real cheese for an intensely satisfying snacking experience. Enjoy them on their own or with party-time spreads. The options are endless.

$4.39

15. Honeymaid Honey Graham Crackers 14.4oz

BEST DESSERT CRACKER

Not every cracker needs to be savory. There’s enough room in the world for a dessert cracker. Enter Honeymaid Graham Crackers. They’re perfect when you need to tame your sweet tooth. Top them with anything: cream cheese and jam, hazelnut spread, or marshmallow fluff, and enjoy!

$6.99

FAQ

What cheese goes with crackers?

When your buddy decided to hold an impromptu wine tasting and asked if you could bring a cheese plate, you said, “Of course!” You’re such a good friend. How hard can it be? A few different kinds of cheese, a couple of boxes of crackers, and you’re good to go. Now you’re standing in the grocery store cracker aisle wondering if the Triscuits you’re holding will go well with fresh gorgonzola. 

Take a deep breath; we’re here to help. In any pairing, you have to decide what flavor will stand out in the combination. Will it be the cheese or the cracker? If you’re serving a flavorful cheese, like sharp cheddar, pair it with a plainer cracker so that the taste of the cheese really shines. If you’re serving a cracker seasoned with herbs and spices, you want to pair it with a mild cheese like a creamy chèvre to complement the herbaceous flavor.Here are some excellent cheese and cracker combos in no particular order.

• Potter's Classic White Crackers + Sharp Cheddar Cheese 

• Mary's Gone Crackers Original Organic Crackers + Smoked Gouda Cheese 

• Carr's Table Water Crackers + Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese 

• Asturi Bruschettini Rosemary & Olive Oil + Goat Cheese 

• Ritz Crackers Original + Pepper Jack Cheese 

• Wheat Thins Original Crackers + Parmesan Cheese 

• Simple Mills Rosemary & Sea Salt Almond Flour Crackers + Manchego Cheese 

• Di Bruno Bros. Garlic Crostini + Brie Cheese

• Pretzel Crisps Original Pretzel Crackers + Fior di latte Fresh Mozzarella

• Honeymaid Honey Graham Crackers + Blue Cheese

Not sure what to pair? Why not buy a box of assorted crackers and let people mix and match on their own.

What are some ideas for dips to eat with plain crackers?

Simple crackers not cutting it in the snack department? Here are a few dip ideas that can add some zip to snacktime.

• French Onion Dip – Anything that’s good with chips will taste great on crackers.

• Salsa – Spice things up a bit with some tomatoes and spice.

• Sriracha and Mayonnaise – Mix a few drops of hot chili sauce with creamy mayo for a spicy treat.

• Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese – Mash the fish into the cheese for an ocean of flavor.

• Nut Butter and Honey – For those times when your sweet tooth is demanding attention.

What crackers go best with hummus?

Hummus is one of those foods as delicious as it is nutritious. It’s healthy, packed with protein, and full of flavor. You can pretty much eat it with anything. If your usual hummus and veggie routine is getting boring, and you don’t want to give up your favorite spread, try switching it up with some crackers for a change. Here are our top five choices of crackers to eat with savory hummus.

1. Pretzel Crisps Original Pretzel Crackers

2. Mary's Gone Crackers Original Organic Crackers 

3. Asturi Bruschettini Rosemary & Olive Oil

4. Milton's Gluten-Free Sea Salt Crackers

5. Wheat Thins Original Crackers 

Happy snacking!