Cheddar Cheese Spritz Crackers
Crispy, buttery, and bursting with cheesy goodness, these Cheddar Cheese Spritz Crackers are the ultimate homemade snack that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Featuring sharp cheddar cheese, softened butter, and a dash of optional smoked paprika for a hint of smoky flavor, these crackers use a cookie press to create delicate, decorative shapes perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re ideal for everything from elegant appetizer spreads to casual snacking. Serve them plain for an irresistibly savory bite, or pair them with your favorite dips for a flavor-packed treat. These crave-worthy crackers are easy to make ahead and store, making them a delicious and practical addition to your entertaining repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1.25 cups Sharp cheddar cheese (finely shredded)
- 1 Egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the butter and mix until fully combined.
Mix in the egg yolk and milk until the mixture is smooth. Gradually add the dry flour mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
Scoop the dough into a cookie press fitted with your desired decorative disk. Press the dough directly onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cracker shape.
If desired, sprinkle the pressed crackers lightly with smoked paprika for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the crackers cool on the pans for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the crackers plain or with your favorite dip. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2131 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.3 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.2 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 596 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 2120 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.9 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 58.3 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1110 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 394 mg | 8% | |
*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.
