If you’re a fan of Cheese Its, you know how addicting these crispy, cheesy crackers can be. But why settle for store-bought when you can make your own version at home? With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of homemade cheese crackers that are even better than the original.
These homemade cheese crackers are perfect for parties, movie nights, or for satisfying that craving for Cheese Its. The best part is, you can customize the recipe to your liking by adding different types of cheese or seasonings. So go ahead and get creative with your own version of these delicious, crunchy crackers. Your taste buds will thank you!
By making these crackers at home, you have control over the ingredients that go into them. This means you can skip any preservatives or artificial ingredients that are commonly found in store-bought snacks. You can also choose to use organic and higher quality ingredients, making these crackers a healthier option overall.
Homemade Cheese Crackers
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose unbleached flour
- 11/2 tsp Cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
- 8 Oz Shredded Cheddar cheese Use fresh as the pre-shredded is coated in Cellulose and it will make them grainy
- 6 tbsp chilled butter cut into small cubes
- 2-3 tbsp Ice water
Optional add ins
- 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp Onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1-2 tbsp Homemade ranch seasoning
- You can substitute any cheese you like as long as it is freshly shredded
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, cheese, and butter, on low speed until combined and until the mixture is crumbly. Slowly add 2 tablespoons of the water and mix as the dough forms a ball. If needed, add the additional tablespoon of water a little at a time until the dough forms. Pat the dough into a disk and divide the dough into two pieces wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll each log of dough out on a lightly floured surface or a sheet of parchment paper to 1/8-inch thickness. (The crackers will puff up in the oven.) Use a dough scraper or a straight-edge ruler and a pastry wheel to cut the crackers into one-inch squares. Spread on the baking trays with space between the crackers.
- With a toothpick, make holes in the centers of each cracker. Optional is to sprinkle with Sea Salt for a salty top. Bake until the crackers are crispy, 15 to 20 minutes. Make sure the crackers do not overcook and brown too much!
- Store in an airtight container.
- To re-crisp leftover crackers, toss on a baking sheet and heat in the oven or toaster oven for a few minutes.