Homemade Cheez-Its Cheese Crackers
Ingredients
- 8 oz coarsely shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tbsp ice cold water
Preparation
In a bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix together the shredded cheese, butter and salt until combined.
Add flour and mix on low speed; the dough will be dry and crumbly.
Slowly drizzle in the water and continue to mix until the dough has formed a mass.
Shape dough into a disc and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
Preheat oven to 375F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Divide dough into two pieces and roll each into a very thin rectangle (1/8 inch or less). Use a fluted pastry cutter and cut into 1-inch rectangles, then transfer to baking sheet.
Use a chopstick to punch a hole in the center of each square. Bake for 15 minutes or until crackers are puffed and golden brown.
Immediately transfer to a cooling rack and sprinkle with salt.
Storage tips
Crackers can be stored for 1 week at room temperature. Enjoy!
