Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers: A Family Favorite

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These homemade cheddar cheese crackers are one of those little wins—a crunchy, cheesy, satisfying snack. The whole family loves these little bites.

Prep Time15

Cook Time12

cooling time30

Total Time57

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: appetizer recipe, budget friendly recipe, copycat recipe, snack recipe

Servings: 1-inch crackers

Calories: 24kcal

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Small cookie cutter

Food processor

Parchment paper

Wire rack

Plastic wrap

1 ½ Cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded (avoid pre-shredded cheese for the best result)
¾ Cup All-Purpose Flour or use whole wheat flour for added whole grains
4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter cold and cubed
½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder
¼ Teaspoon Kosher Salt or sea salt
⅛ Teaspoon Black Pepper optional, but it adds a nice kick
1-2 Tablespoons Water as needed

Make the Dough. In the bowl of a food processor (or using a stand mixer), pulse together the cheese, flour, butter, and seasonings until the texture resembles pie dough. Add just enough ice water until the dough forms a ball.
1 ½ Cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, ¾ Cup All-Purpose Flour, 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder, ¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder, ¼ Teaspoon Kosher Salt, ⅛ Teaspoon Black Pepper, 1-2 Tablespoons Water
🍽️ Tip: If the dough feels sticky, add a little extra flour.
Chill. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and chill it for at least 30 minutes. This step helps develop the flavor and makes it easier to roll out later.
Roll and Cut. Preheat your oven to 375°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ⅛-inch thickness. Use a pizza cutter or small cookie cutter to cut into your desired shapes. For traditional crackers, cut 1-inch squares and poke holes in the center with a toothpick.
Bake. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper. Arrange the crackers about ½ inch apart and bake for 12–15 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
⏱️ Baking time may vary slightly based on cracker size.
Cool. Let crackers cool on a wire rack to finish crisping up. Once cooled completely, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.