Amazing Homemade Cheese Crackers for Delicious Snacking Recipe
These amazing homemade cheese crackers are a perfect snack combining sharp cheddar cheese with a crisp, buttery texture. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, these crackers make for a delightful treat to enjoy anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30-40 crackers depending on size 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3–4 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Dough Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, ensuring the butter is well incorporated but still in pea-sized pieces.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together into a ball. Avoid overworking the dough to maintain a flaky texture. Wrap the dough ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill and firm up.
- Roll and Cut: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters or a knife to cut the dough into your desired cracker shapes.
- Bake: Place the cut dough shapes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crackers turn a beautiful golden brown color.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the crackers to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, serve and enjoy your delicious homemade cheese crackers!
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for the best flavor impact.
- Make sure the butter and water are cold to achieve a flaky texture.
- Refrigerating the dough before rolling helps prevent shrinking during baking.
- Store crackers in an airtight container to keep them crispy.
- Feel free to add herbs or spices like paprika or garlic powder for variation.
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