Eazee Cheezes Tiny Cheese Crackers
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with 'Eazee Cheezes Tiny Cheese Crackers'—a simple, homemade alternative to your favorite cheesy store-bought snacks! These bite-sized crackers are bursting with the rich, tangy flavor of sharp cheddar cheese and feature a delightfully crisp texture that’s impossible to resist. Made with just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a hint of optional cayenne pepper for a zesty kick, this quick recipe only takes 20 minutes of prep time! Perfectly golden and crunchy, these crackers are ideal for lunchboxes, party spreads, or as a savory on-the-go treat. Plus, you can customize their shape to suit any occasion! Bake up a batch and enjoy the ultimate cheesy snack, all without preservatives.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional, for a slight kick)
- 2 tablespoons Ice water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, combine shredded sharp cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, diced cold butter, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough begins to come together. Do not overmix.
Transfer the dough to a clean work surface and shape it into a flat disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to slightly firm up.
Once chilled, roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Using a small cookie cutter (or a knife to cut squares), cut out bite-sized crackers. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small amount of space between each cracker.
Optional: Use a toothpick or skewer to poke a small hole in the center of each cracker for a traditional look.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crackers are golden and crisp.
Remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. They will become crunchier as they cool.
Store the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.6 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.1 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 307 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 1920 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.8 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 842 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 148 mg | 3% | |
*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.
