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Homemade Cheez-It Crackers Recipe

Meaghan Mountford
Homemade Cheez-It Crackers are one moreish snack. Use your favorite sharp cheddar for one delectable cracker.
5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 10 10 crackers
Calories 174 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Freshly Shredded Extra-Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Butter (1/2 a stick), softened
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2-3 tablespoons Cold Water
  • Black Pepper
  • Garlic Powder
  • Onion Powder
  • Dried Herbs
  • Paprika
  • Chili Powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line two baking trays with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, place the cheese, butter, salt, and flour. Stir to combine until the mixture is crumbly. Add 2 tablespoons of water and mix until a dough forms (this may take a minute or so). If needed, add an additional tablespoon of water.
  • Divide the dough in half and roll into logs. Wrap the logs of dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for one hour.
  • Roll each log of dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. (The crackers will puff up in the oven.) Use a dough scraper or a straight-edge ruler and a pastry wheel to cut the crackers into one-inch squares. Spread on the baking trays with space between the crackers.
  • With a toothpick, make holes in the centers of each cracker. Bake until the crackers are crispy, 15 to 20 minutes. Make sure the crackers do not overcook and brown too much!
  • To re-crisp leftover crackers, toss on a baking sheet and heat in the oven or toaster oven for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 353mg
Keyword Baked, Cheese, Copycat, Crackers, Family Meals and Snacks, Homemade, Party Food, Snacks
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