Description
Deliciously crunchy homemade crackers with a tangy sourdough starter and sharp cheddar, perfect for snacking or serving with dips.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup mature sourdough starter (active or discard)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or 1 cup all-purpose and 1 cup whole wheat)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
- 3/4 teaspoon salt (plus flaky salt for sprinkling)
- 1 small clove fresh garlic, minced or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme or rosemary (optional)
- A splash of cold water (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pulse the flour, butter, and salt in a food processor until it resembles coarse crumbs, then add the grated cheese and pulse until evenly distributed.
- Add the sourdough starter and garlic, pulsing until the dough binds; add cold water if needed until cohesive.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, shape it into a rectangle, and roll it thinly (1/16 to 1/8 inch thick).
- Score the dough into squares or use a cookie cutter, prick each piece with a fork, then transfer to the baking sheet.
- Brush lightly with melted butter or olive oil, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and herbs (if using).
- Bake for 12-16 minutes, rotating halfway, until golden and firm. Let cool on a rack before breaking apart.
Notes
Chill dough briefly if too soft, and roll between parchment for easier handling. Use freshly grated cheese for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: sourdough, homemade crackers, Cheez Its, snack, cheesy snacks
