Homemade Cheez-Its – The Ultimate Snack You Didn’t Know You Needed
Make your own homemade Cheez-Its with this simple recipe! Crispy, cheesy, and perfectly bite-sized, these homemade crackers are perfect for snack time or a homemade gift.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour (including 30 minutes of chill time)
- Yield: ~50 crackers
- Category: Snack, Appetizer, Homemade Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, cold & cubed
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¾ cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for a nuttier flavor)
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½ tsp salt
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2 tbsp ice-cold water
Instructions
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Make the Dough:
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In a food processor, blend cheese, butter, flour, and salt until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add cold water, 1 tbsp at a time, until the dough comes together.
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Chill:
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Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Roll & Cut:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Roll dough very thin (~⅛ inch) on a floured surface.
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Cut into 1-inch squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
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Use a toothpick to poke a hole in the center of each square.
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Bake:
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Place crackers on a lined baking sheet.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, until crisp and golden.
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Let cool completely for maximum crunch!
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Notes
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Use extra-sharp cheddar cheese for an extra bold flavor!
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For added crispiness, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
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Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
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For a nuttier flavor, try substituting whole wheat flour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cracker
- Calories: 25 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg