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Easy 4-Ingredient Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers

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Make crispy, cheesy crackers at home that surpass store-bought versions using only four simple ingredients. This recipe delivers addictive flavor perfect for snacking or lunchboxes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it is evenly distributed.
  4. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
  5. Form the dough 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, about 1/16 inch thick, for maximum crispiness.
  8. Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut the dough into small squares or desired shapes.
  9. Transfer the cut crackers to the prepared baking sheets. Prick each cracker a few times with a fork.
  10. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through, until the edges are lightly golden brown and the crackers are crisp.
  11. Let the homemade cheese crackers cool completely on the baking sheets before serving. They will crisp up further as they cool.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute half the all-purpose flour with almond flour for a low carb snack base, though this will change the texture.
  • Roll the dough as thin as you can manage; this step is key to achieving a better than store-bought, crispy texture.
  • Store leftover crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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