Super Easy Cheese Crackers
Whip up a batch of irresistible homemade comfort with these Super Easy Cheese Crackers—a delightfully simple recipe that delivers crispy, cheesy perfection in just 30 minutes! Made with sharp, shredded Cheddar cheese, buttery goodness, and a hint of optional paprika or cayenne pepper for extra flavor, these crackers are the ultimate savory snack for any occasion. With minimal prep and just a handful of pantry staples, you'll roll, cut, and bake your way to golden, crispy crackers that pair perfectly with soups, salads, or your favorite dips. Whether you're looking for a quick appetizer, a crowd-pleasing party snack, or a homemade alternative to store-bought crackers, this recipe is a must-try. Easy, cheesy, and perfectly snackable—you're going to love every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 60 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 65 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika or cayenne pepper (optional, for flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Cold water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, softened butter, flour, salt, and paprika or cayenne pepper (if using).
Pulse the ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough comes together into a ball.
Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Using a knife, pizza cutter, or small cookie cutter, cut the dough into your desired cracker shapes. You can make squares, rectangles, or even fun shapes.
Transfer the cut shapes to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each cracker.
Using a toothpick or skewer, poke a small hole in the center of each cracker to help release steam during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, or until the crackers are golden and crisp.
Let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to an airtight container. Enjoy your homemade cheese crackers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1141 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.0 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.6 g | 283% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 260 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 782 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 880 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 220 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.
