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Crispy Homemade Cheez-It Crackers Recipe with Sharp Cheddar

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, cheesy homemade Cheez-It style crackers using sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for a crunchy snack or party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (110 g) sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
  • ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3–4 tablespoons (45–60 ml) cold water
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Grate the sharp cheddar cheese finely using a box grater.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and smoked paprika if using.
  3. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture and rub it in with a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
  4. Stir the shredded sharp cheddar cheese into the flour and butter mixture evenly.
  5. Gradually add cold water, 3 to 4 tablespoons, mixing gently until the dough comes together but is not sticky. Handle the dough as little as possible.
  6. Shape the dough into a flat disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  8. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface as thin as possible, about 1/8 inch (3 mm).
  9. Cut the dough into 1-inch (2.5 cm) squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  10. Use a fork to prick each square in the center to prevent puffing during baking.
  11. Transfer the crackers to the prepared baking sheet, spacing about ½ inch (1.25 cm) apart.
  12. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden and crispy, checking at 12 minutes to avoid burning.
  13. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack to crisp up further.

Notes

Keep ingredients cold to ensure flaky texture. Roll dough very thin for crispiness. Dock crackers with a fork to prevent puffing. Chill dough before rolling. Watch oven closely to avoid burning. Use parchment or silicone mats for easy cleanup. If dough is too soft, chill longer. Rotate baking sheets if baking in batches.

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