Grilled Cheese Crackers
Elevate your snacking game with these irresistible Grilled Cheese Crackers, a homemade twist on classic cheesy bites! Made with sharp cheddar cheese, cold butter, and a hint of smoky paprika, these buttery, flaky crackers are packed with rich, tangy flavor and perfect for satisfying savory cravings. The dough comes together effortlessly with just a few pantry staples, and after a quick chill and roll, they bake to golden perfection in under 15 minutes. Perfectly crispy and delightfully cheesy, these crackers are a crowd-pleaser as a standalone snack or paired with creamy dips or piping-hot tomato soup for the ultimate comfort-food combo. Easy to make and endlessly versatile, these cheddar crackers are a must-try for cheese lovers looking for a flavorful, from-scratch appetizer or snack option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional, for flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, combine the flour, shredded cheddar cheese, cold butter, salt, and smoked paprika, if using.
Pulse the mixture until it has a crumbly texture similar to wet sand.
Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and continue to pulse until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
Remove the dough from the food processor, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for 15 minutes to allow it to firm up.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Using a small square or round cookie cutter, cut the dough into cracker shapes. You can also use a knife to cut squares if you don't have a cutter.
Arrange the cut crackers on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Use a toothpick to poke a small hole in the center of each cracker to prevent puffing during baking.
Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
Allow the crackers to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your grilled cheese crackers as a standalone snack or pair them with a dip like tomato soup for a mini comfort food experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 304 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 33 mg | 1% | |
*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.
