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Homemade Crispy Sharp Cheddar Cheese Crackers

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Make crunchy, flavorful cheese crackers at home that surpass store-bought versions using simple ingredients. This recipe focuses on achieving a sharp cheddar taste and a satisfying crisp texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a kick)
  • 6 ounces cold, sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse the flour, salt, baking powder, and cayenne pepper until combined.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter and shredded cheddar cheese to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 10 to 15 pulses.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the cold water while pulsing until the dough just starts to come together. Do not overmix.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gather it into a ball, flatten it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Divide the chilled dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one half very thinly, aiming for about 1/16 to 1/8 inch thickness for maximum crispiness.
  7. Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut the dough into small squares (about 1 inch). Prick each cracker a few times with a fork.
  8. Transfer the cut crackers to the prepared baking sheets. Brush the tops lightly with the beaten egg wash.
  9. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through, until the crackers are golden brown and crisp. Baking time varies based on thickness.
  10. Let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheets; they will crisp up further as they cool. Store cooled crackers in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For an extra sharp flavor, use aged or extra-sharp cheddar cheese.
  • Roll the dough as thinly as you can manage; thin dough yields the crunchiest crackers.
  • If you prefer a savory, seasoned flavor, add 1 teaspoon of onion powder and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dry ingredients.
  • These homemade cheese crackers are excellent for lunchboxes or as party snacks.

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