Delightfully Crunchy Homemade Cheez Its
A delightful recipe for homemade Cheez Its featuring sharp cheddar cheese, butter, and a touch of salt, perfect for snacking or serving at gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for topping
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (cold)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix the shredded cheddar cheese, flour, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor until well combined.
- Add the cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
- Incorporate the cold milk slowly into the mixture while pulsing until it holds together when pressed.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, aiming for less than 1/8-inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch squares and poke a hole in each cracker.
- Sprinkle extra salt on top of the squares before baking.
- Bake for 17-20 minutes, until the bottoms are deep golden brown.
- Cool completely on the baking sheets before serving.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different cheese varieties for unique flavors.
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