Whats In Graham [hot] Crackers -

For nearly two centuries, the humble graham cracker has been a pantry staple—crumbled into pie crusts, sandwiched with chocolate and marshmallows for s’mores, or simply enjoyed on its own with a glass of milk. But have you ever stopped to read the ingredient list?

| Aspect | Rev. Sylvester Graham’s Ideal (1820s-30s) | Modern Commercial Graham Cracker (e.g., Honey Maid) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 100% coarsely ground whole-wheat graham flour | Blend of graham flour + enriched white flour | | Sweetener | Unrefined honey or molasses | Sugar, high fructose corn syrup, honey | | Fat | Minimal; possibly butter | Soybean and/or palm oil | | Additives | None | Preservatives (BHT), artificial flavors, emulsifiers (soy lecithin) | | Philosophy | Anti-refined food, anti-stimulation (no sugar, caffeine, or spices) | Taste, shelf life, mass production, cost efficiency | whats in graham crackers