Homemade Cheese Crackers Recipe – Easy & Crispy Snack

Abby Marlow

These homemade cheese crackers are buttery, cheesy, and perfectly crisp. With just four ingredients, they’re a quick snack you can whip up anytime. Beginner-friendly and bursting with sharp cheddar flavor, they’re better than anything from a box.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 121 kcal

Ingredients

1 8-ounce block extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup salted butter softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold water
Flaky sea salt optional for topping

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat together softened butter and shredded cheddar with a hand mixer or food processor until combined.
Add flour and mix until crumbly. Slowly add cold water until dough comes together.
Divide dough into 2 balls, wrap in plastic, and chill for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll each dough ball to 1/4-inch thick on a floured surface.
Cut into 1-inch squares, place on baking sheets, and poke a hole in each with a skewer. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown. For extra crunch, bake an additional 1–2 minutes.
Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For best crunch, let your homemade cheese crackers cool fully before storing in an airtight container. For a fun variation, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dough for a spicy kick.

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