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Easy, Crispy Homemade Cheese Crackers (Better Than Store-Bought)

A tall stack of golden brown, crispy 4 ingredient cheese crackers piled on a white plate.
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Make crunchy, savory cheese crackers from scratch using simple pantry staples. This recipe delivers a flavor and texture superior to commercial brands, perfect for everyday snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (cold)
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons ice water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, paprika, and garlic powder.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it is evenly distributed.
  4. Add the ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix. You may not need all the water.
  5. Gather the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out very thinly, aiming for about 1/16 to 1/8 inch thickness for maximum crispiness.
  8. Use a small square or round cookie cutter (about 1 inch) to cut out the crackers. Place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Prick each cracker once or twice with a fork to prevent puffing.
  10. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through, until the edges are golden brown and the crackers are crisp. Baking time varies based on thickness.
  11. Let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheets; they will crisp up further as they cool.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute half the flour with whole wheat flour or add 1 teaspoon of onion powder.
  • If you are interested in a structured approach to your weekly meals, look into a keto meal plan delivery service for inspiration.
  • To achieve a texture similar to store-bought crackers, roll the dough as thin as possible.
  • You can replace cheddar with Gruyère or Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.

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