Spicy Southern Cheese Crackers

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4.6

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  • Prep Time

    45 mins

  • Cook Time

    45 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr

  • Servings

    48 to 60 crackers

  • Calories

    40 kcal

  • Course

    Snacks

  • Cuisine

    American

Spicy Southern Cheese Crackers

These homemade cheese crackers are spicy, buttery, and totally addicting!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded (about 2 cups)
  • ½ cup salted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • teaspoon garlic powder
  • cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together the cheese and butter until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Reduce the mixer speed to low and mix in the salt, cayenne, black pepper, and garlic powder. Using a rubber spatula, stir in the flour ½ cup at a time, until the ingredients are well combined and a dough forms.
  2. Turn the dough out onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap and shape it into a 1-inch-diameter log. Twist the ends of the parchment or plastic wrap to seal. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  4. Remove the dough from the refrigerator, unwrap, and place on a cutting board. Cut the log into ⅛-inch-thick slices and place ¼ inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake until light golden brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack and allow the crackers to cool completely. The crackers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Nutritional values are based on one cracker
  • If the dough seems to stiff or dry, gradually add 1 to 2 tablespoons of ice water until it reaches the right consistency.
  • You can store the unbaked cracker dough in the refrigerator for up to 1 week before baking. It can also be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months - just place the wrapped dough in a resealable freezer bag.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 40kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 8mg (3%) Sodium 75mg (3%) Potassium 7mg (0%) Vitamin A 90IU (2%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 48to 60 crackers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 40 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 40kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 75mg 3%
Potassium 7mg 0%
Vitamin A 90IU 2%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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