Cheddar Jack Crackers
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly cheesy, these homemade Cheddar Jack Crackers are the ultimate snack for cheese lovers. Made with a delightful blend of sharp Cheddar and creamy Monterey Jack cheeses, these bite-sized treats combine rich, savory flavors with a hint of spice from paprika and optional cayenne pepper. Perfectly flaky thanks to real butter and a light touch of ice water, these crackers are baked to perfection and make a wonderful accompaniment to soups, charcuterie boards, or your favorite dips. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll create crunchy, crowd-pleasing crackers in no time. Say goodbye to store-bought and embrace this homemade delight, perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little heat)
- 2 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the shredded Cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, kosher salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add 1 tablespoon of ice water and pulse the mixture again. Repeat with the second tablespoon of ice water. Continue pulsing until the dough begins to come together.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and form it into a disc. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife to cut the dough into 1-inch squares. Alternatively, use a small cookie cutter for fun shapes.
Place the crackers onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small amount of space between each one.
Use a toothpick or skewer to poke a small hole in the center of each cracker to help release steam while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown and crisp.
Remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack. The crackers will crisp up further as they cool.
Store the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy as a snack or alongside your favorite dips!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.7 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.4 g | 432% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 407 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 2051 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.5 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.5 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1645 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 5% | |
*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.
