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Crispy Homemade Cheese Crackers

Crunchy and cheesy homemade crackers made with sharp cheddar. Perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer.

Crispy Homemade Cheese Crackers

Learn how to make crispy homemade cheese crackers with sharp cheddar. Easy, quick, and perfect for snacking or parties.

Recipe Details

Prep time
15m
Cook time
15m
Rest time
0s
Total time
30m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 50 g all-purpose flour
  • 25 g unsalted butter cold diced
  • 30 g sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • 10 ml cold water
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt fine
  • 0.1 teaspoon paprika ground

Origins

USA

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, fine salt, and ground paprika.
  3. Add the cold diced unsalted butter to the flour mixture.
  4. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly.
  6. Add the cold water gradually and mix until the dough just comes together.
  7. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently to form a smooth ball.
  8. Roll out the dough to about 3 millimeters thickness.
  9. Cut the dough into small squares or desired shapes using a knife or cookie cutter.
  10. Place the cut dough pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the crackers are golden and crispy.
  12. Remove from the oven and let the crackers cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Tips

  • Use cold butter to ensure a flaky texture.
  • Grate the cheese finely for even distribution.
  • Do not overwork the dough to keep crackers crisp.
  • Store crackers in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

Serving Suggestions

  • tomato soup
  • cream cheese dip
  • fresh vegetable sticks

Enjoy these crispy homemade cheese crackers as a tasty snack or party treat. Simple to make and delicious every time!

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 2
  • Sodium (g): 1.2
  • Sugar (g): 1
  • Fat (g): 30
  • Carbohydrates (g): 40
  • Protein (g): 15
  • Calories: 480
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.06
  • Saturated Fat (g): 18

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