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Homemade Cheese Crackers

Delicious Homemade Cheese Crackers Everyone Will Love

These Homemade Cheese Crackers are a crunchy snack alternative that are easy to make and customizable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on cheese saltiness.
  • 1 cup Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with gouda or parmesan.
  • 0.5 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Must be very cold for best texture.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Cold Water Add gradually until dough holds together.
Optional Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt For sprinkling on top before baking.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs Such as rosemary or thyme for added flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Spices e.g., garlic powder or smoked paprika.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Cookie cutters or sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
  3. Add grated sharp cheddar cheese and cold unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gradually mix in cold water until the dough forms a cohesive ball.
  5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
  6. Cut the rolled dough into squares or desired shapes and place on prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake the crackers for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crackerCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 30mgVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep an eye on the baking time to avoid burning, and experiment with different cheeses and seasonings for varied flavors.

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