Cheese and Herb Crackers (Print View)

Savory crackers made with cheddar, Parmesan, and fresh herbs baked to golden crisp.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cheese

04 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
05 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

→ Herbs

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
09 - 3 to 4 tablespoons cold water

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and black pepper. Add grated cheddar, Parmesan, chives, and thyme. Mix to distribute evenly.
03 - Add cold butter cubes. Using a pastry cutter or fingertips, rub butter into dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Drizzle in cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until dough just comes together. Do not overwork.
05 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out to 1/8-inch thickness.
06 - Cut into 1-inch squares or desired shapes. Place crackers on prepared baking sheet, spacing slightly apart.
07 - Use a fork to prick each cracker.
08 - Bake 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Cool on a wire rack.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients and fresh herbs
  • Perfectly crispy texture with rich, savory flavor
  • Customizable with your favorite cheese and herb combinations
  • Ideal for entertaining, snacking, or gifting
02 -
  • Grate your own cheese from a block for better melting and flavor
  • Use a pizza cutter or pastry wheel for quick, even cutting
  • Roll dough between two sheets of parchment to prevent sticking
  • Watch carefully during the last few minutes of baking to prevent over-browning
  • Let crackers cool completely on the baking sheet for maximum crispness
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