Saltines were invented in the mid-19th century by a baker named—I kid you not—Josiah Bent. He called them “soda crackers” because originally they used baking soda (a leavener!). But modern saltines switched to a steam-based process, making them de facto unleavened. Who needs a time machine when you have cracker trivia?
Also, the name “saltine” comes from the salt sprinkled on top. Revolutionary, right? It’s almost as clever as calling a chocolate chip cookie “chippy.” But hey, it works. The salt gives them that addictive contrast with butter or cheese. Science and marketing in perfect harmony.
What Are Saltines Made Out Of at Ramona Hernandez blog
