Cheddar Crackers
Crispy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible, these homemade cheddar crackers are the ultimate snack for any occasion. Made with sharp cheddar cheese, unsalted butter, and a hint of paprika and garlic powder, these crackers pack a bold, savory punch with every bite. The dough comes together effortlessly in a food processor and rolls out smoothly for perfect, customizable shapes. Baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, these crackers are a flaky, buttery alternative to store-bought options. Whether you're hosting a party, packing lunchboxes, or just craving a crunchy treat, these easy cheddar crackers are a must-try. Plus, they’re made from simple pantry staples and can be stored for days, making them as convenient as they are delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams sharp cheddar cheese
- 60 grams unsalted butter
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese finely and let it come to room temperature.
In a food processor, combine the grated cheddar cheese, unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, salt, paprika, and garlic powder. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add 1 tablespoon of cold water and pulse again. If the dough hasn’t come together yet, add another tablespoon of cold water and pulse until the dough forms a ball.
Turn the dough out onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Gently form it into a flat disc, wrap it tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness. Use a small cookie cutter or knife to cut out crackers in your desired shapes.
Transfer the cut crackers to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Use a fork or toothpick to poke holes in the center of each cracker to prevent puffing during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheet.
Store the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1764 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.0 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.3 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2639 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.4 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1642 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 174 mg | 4% | |
*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.
