Homemade Cheese Crackers Recipe
These Homemade Cheese Crackers are a delightful, cheesy snack made from simple ingredients like cheese, flour, and butter. Perfectly crisp and savory, they are easy to prepare and ideal for serving at parties or enjoying as an everyday treat.
- Author: Zane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 30 crackers 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cheese Crackers Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water
- Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to blend the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together into a ball.
- Roll dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/8 inch thickness. Try to keep an even thickness for consistent baking. Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut the dough into desired cracker shapes.
- Bake until crisp: Place the cut dough pieces onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and crackers are crisp. Allow to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for the best flavor.
- Keep the butter cold to ensure a flaky texture.
- Store crackers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- You can add herbs or spices like paprika or thyme for variation.
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