Description
Learn how to make Homemade Cheez-Its, delicious cheddar cheese crackers that are perfect for snacking or sharing. These crispy, savory treats are easy to bake and sure to be a hit with cheese lovers of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheez-Its:
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water
Topping:
- Coarse salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a food processor, pulse cheddar cheese, butter, and salt until combined and crumbly. Add flour and pulse until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- Form the Dough: Slowly add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing until the dough just comes together. Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll and Cut: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll dough out very thin (about 1/8 inch). Using a pastry wheel or knife, cut into 1-inch squares.
- Bake: Transfer squares to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use a skewer or toothpick to poke a small hole in the center of each cracker. Sprinkle lightly with coarse salt. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Store: Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- For extra flavor, mix in a pinch of garlic powder, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper with the flour.
- Make sure to roll the dough very thin for maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 crackers
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
