Homemade Cheddar Crackers Recipe
Do you love crunchy snacks? Try this Homemade Cheddar Crackers Recipe. It is better than store-bought boxes.
Equipment
- Food processor
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- Pizza Cutter
- Measuring cups
- Small Skewer
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 8 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 4 tbsp Cold Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 tbsp Cold Water
Instructions
- Grate the Cheese: Use a box grater for the cheese. Fresh cheese melts better than bagged shreds.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Put flour and spices in the processor. Pulse them a few times to combine.
- Add Cheese and Butter: Throw in the cheese and cold butter. Pulse until it looks like coarse crumbs.
- Add Cold Water: Pour in one tablespoon of water. Pulse until a soft dough ball forms.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap. Let it rest in the fridge for twenty minutes.
- Roll the Dough: Roll the dough onto parchment paper. Make it about one-eighth inch thick.
- Cut the Shapes: Use a pizza cutter for squares. You can also use small cookie cutters.
- Poke the Centers: Use a skewer to poke a hole. This stops the crackers from puffing up.
- Bake Until Golden: Place them in a hot oven. Bake until the edges are nice and brown.
Notes
➔ Use very cold butter for the best flakes.
➔ Grate your own cheese for better texture.
➔ Roll the dough very thin for extra crunch.
➔ Do not overwork the dough while mixing.
➔ Let the crackers cool completely before eating.
➔ Use a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
➔ Add extra salt on top before baking.
➔ Watch the oven closely to prevent burning.