Homemade Cheez-Its: Discover the Easy Recipe Today!
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A simple and delicious recipe for making homemade Cheez-Its that are crispy and cheesy.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 Cheez-Its 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1–2 tablespoons cold water
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese and softened butter until well blended.
- Add the flour, salt, paprika, and garlic powder to the cheese mixture and mix until crumbly.
- Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into small squares and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Poke a hole in the center of each square with a fork.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding different spices or herbs to the dough.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg