Cheese crackers are great no matter how old you are. Here is a great way to make them, when you want them, right in your own home.
Ingredients:
- 1 8-ounce block extra sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely shredded
- 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) cubed unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup (120 grams; 4 1/4 ounces) unbleached all purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons ice water
Directions:
Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the cheddar, butter, and salt until soft and well incorporated.
Add the flour and mix on low. The dough will be dry and crumbly.
Slowly add the water one tablespoon at a time and continue to mix until the dough forms a ball.
Form the dough into a disk and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Divide the dough into two sections and roll each into a very thin (1/8 inch or less) 10×12-inch rectangle.
Cut the rectangles into 1-inch squares,
Use the tip of a skewer punch a hole into the center of each square. Transfer to the baking sheets.
Bake @ 375 degrees for 15 min. Or until the edges are brown. Keep an eye on them so they don’t burn!
Immediately move crackers to cooling rack.
Store in an air tight container for up-to 1 week at room temperature.
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