Sourdough Cheez-It Crackers
Crunchy and tangy sourdough Cheez-It crackers made from natural sourdough starter and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for snacking or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 48 crackers
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sourdough starter (discard or active)
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 1/4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1-2 tablespoons cold water (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, flour, salt, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and grated cheddar cheese.
- Add the cold cubed butter and work it into the mixture using your fingers or a pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- If the dough is too dry, add cold water one teaspoon at a time until it forms a firm dough.
- Roll the dough out between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch squares using a knife or pizza cutter. Use a fork to poke holes in each square to prevent puffing.
- Transfer the squares onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until the crackers are golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, sprinkle a bit of flaky sea salt or extra cayenne on top before baking. These crackers store well in an airtight container for up to one week.