Chef John's Cheesy Crackers

Chef John's Cheesy Crackers
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    36 People
  • VIEWS
    469

Indulge in the irresistible allure of these homemade crackers, bursting with a robust cheese flavor and boasting a delightful crunch. Elevate your snacking experience with a customizable recipe that far surpasses any store-bought alternative.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    1 g
  • Cholesterol
    5 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    44 mg
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease with vegetable oil. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix with the back of a spatula until a uniform mixture forms. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Incorporate flour into the cheese mixture using a fork, creating a crumbly texture. Gradually introduce cold water, a few drops at a time, mixing with the spatula until the dough coalesces into a shape-holding mass. (7 minutes)

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Recipe View Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and press into a flattened disk. Enclose in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of approximately 1/8 inch. Employ a pizza cutter to create 1-inch wide strips. Cut these strips crosswise into 1 1/2-inch rectangles. Using the blunt end of a bamboo skewer, create 5 small perforations in each cracker. Arrange the crackers on the prepared baking sheet. (20 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the crackers attain a golden-brown hue and a crisp texture, approximately 15 minutes. Allow the crackers to rest for about 3 minutes to facilitate detachment from the foil. Cool completely before serving. (18 minutes)

For a bolder flavor profile, experiment with incorporating smoked paprika or garlic powder.
Adjust the cayenne pepper to suit your preferred level of heat.
Ensure the butter is sufficiently softened to achieve a smooth and well-combined dough.
If the dough becomes too dry, add water gradually, one drop at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Store completely cooled crackers in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 156 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Janet Wiza

    These crackers are amazing! So much better than store-bought. I added some rosemary for a different flavor.

  • Tom Ward

    The recipe was easy to follow, and the crackers turned out perfectly crispy. My family loved them!

  • Delbert Bergehirthe

    I used a mix of cheddar and Gruyere cheese, and they were fantastic. Will definitely make these again.

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