graham cracker

noun

gra·​ham cracker ˈgram- How to pronounce graham cracker (audio)
ˈgrā-əm-
: a slightly sweet cracker made of whole wheat flour

Examples of graham cracker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Make the crust: Put graham crackers in a zip-top bag and roll, bash, or crash your way to a bag of crumbs. Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2023 The center acts as a flameless heater to toast marshmallows like a classic campfire, while convenient trays surround it and hold graham crackers, marshmallows, chocolate, and any other s’mores fixings the user wants to include. Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Aug. 2023 In food processor, pulse graham crackers, 1 tablespoon rosemary and 1 tablespoon sugar until fine crumbs form. Joy Cho, Good Housekeeping, 8 Aug. 2023 Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 7 No-Bake Banana Split Lasagna Impress friends and family with this no-bake banana split lasagna that boasts layers of graham crackers, cream cheese, Cool Whip, bananas, pineapple, walnuts, and more. Brittany Natale, Redbook, 26 July 2023 Get the tutorial at Addicted 2 DIY. Mason Jar Cheesecakes Make these no-bake treats—filled with pound cake, raspberry pie filling, and cinnamon graham crackers—as festive party favors. Country Living Staff, Country Living, 23 June 2023 Crush pretzels and graham crackers into small pieces. Nik Pugmire, Southern Living, 22 June 2023 In a medium-sized bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, margarine and cocoa powder and mix well. Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 29 Apr. 2023 Her version uses strawberries and crushed graham crackers for a cheesecake-y vibe. Emily Heil, Washington Post, 11 Apr. 2023 See More

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Word History

Etymology

graham flour

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of graham cracker was in 1833

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“Graham cracker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/graham%20cracker. Accessed 30 Sep. 2023.

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graham cracker

noun
gra·​ham cracker ˈgrā-əm- How to pronounce graham cracker (audio)
ˈgra(-ə)m-
: a slightly sweet cracker made chiefly of whole wheat flour

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