Cayenne Cheese Crackers
Spice up your snack game with these irresistible Cayenne Cheese Crackers—a perfect blend of sharp cheddar cheese, buttery richness, and a bold kick of cayenne. With just a handful of pantry staples and 20 minutes of prep time, these homemade crackers are baked to golden perfection in under 12 minutes. The key to their addictive flavor lies in the balance of tangy cheddar and the subtle warmth of cayenne pepper, while a dusting of optional paprika adds a gorgeous pop of color. Whether you’re serving them as a savory appetizer, a crowd-pleasing party snack, or a midday treat, these crispy, flaky crackers deliver a punch of flavor in every bite. Best of all, they can be cut into fun shapes for any occasion! Store them in an airtight container and enjoy their fresh crunch for days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, softened butter, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, blend the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the water one tablespoon at a time, mixing after each addition, until the dough just comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently into a smooth ball. Flatten into a disc and lightly flour the top.
Roll the dough out to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into 1-inch squares, or use small cookie cutters for fun shapes.
Transfer the cut crackers onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small amount of space between each cracker. Optionally, dust lightly with paprika for extra flavor and color.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the crackers are golden around the edges.
Remove the crackers from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack. They will crisp up further as they cool.
Store the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.4 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.9 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 1326 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 838 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 291 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
