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Easy 4-Ingredient Crispy Cheddar Cheese Crackers (Better Than Store-Bought)

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Make addictive, crispy homemade cheese crackers using just four simple ingredients. This easy recipe delivers cheesy flavor that surpasses anything you buy in a box, perfect for snacks or appetizers.

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, finely shredded
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the flour and salt in a medium bowl.
  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, aiming for about 1/16 inch thickness for maximum crispiness.
  8. Use a small cookie cutter or a knife to cut the dough into small squares or desired shapes. Prick each cracker a few times with a fork.
  9. Transfer the crackers to the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small space between them.
  10. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through, until the crackers are golden brown and crisp.
  11. Let the homemade cheese crackers cool completely on the baking sheets; they will crisp up further as they cool.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute half the flour with almond flour for a low-carb option, though texture will change slightly.
  • Roll the dough as thinly as you can manage; this step is key to achieving that satisfying crunch better than store-bought versions.
  • If you want a slightly softer cracker, roll the dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
  • Store leftover crispy cheese crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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