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Easy 4-Ingredient Homemade Cheese Crackers: Crispy Perfection

A pile of golden, crispy, baked cheese crackers with lacy edges served on a white plate near a window.
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Stop buying the box! This simple recipe uses just four ingredients to create perfectly crispy, cheesy, and addictive homemade cheese crackers. They are far better than store-bought versions and are incredibly easy to make for snacking or lunchboxes.

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, 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 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. Shape the dough into a flat disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out very thinly, about 1/16 inch thick, for the crispiest result.
  8. Use a small cookie cutter or knife to cut the dough into small squares or desired shapes.
  9. Place the cut crackers onto the prepared baking sheets. Prick each cracker once or twice with a fork.
  10. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through, until the edges are lightly golden brown and the crackers are crisp.
  11. Let the homemade cheese crackers cool completely on the baking sheet or a wire rack before serving. They will crisp up more as they cool.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients.
  • If you want a softer cracker, roll the dough slightly thicker, about 1/8 inch.
  • These crackers store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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