Home Made Cheese Crackers

What kid doesn't like cheese crackers?  And what Mom wouldn't want to serve them to her children in 6 ingredients or less?  And really not difficult!  These little crackers are packed full of cheesy flavor, and are perfect for snacking.  My hungry puppies can't get enough of them!  

Just a couple of notes: You can use any kind of cheese you want, but the stronger flavor cheese, the better the cheese flavor (I'm thinking of trying swiss, yum!).  The chipotle pepper gives the crackers a nice depth, but is not enough to make them spicy. You can adjust the "pinch" size to suit your taste.  Also, make sure that you roll these crackers super thin.  1/8 inch or less.  Yes, maybe less.  If the crackers are too thick, they will not crisp up and be crunchy, although they will still be fabulous. 

Home Made Cheese Crackers

1 cup all purpose flour

3/4 teaspoons salt

Pinch of chipotle chili pepper (if desired)

4 Tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

8 ounces grated sharp white cheddar cheese (or substitute your favorite cheese)

3 to 4 Tablespoons water

In a food processor, pulse the flour, salt, and pepper until combined.  Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.  Add the grated cheese and pulse until the  mixture again resembles coarse crumbs.

Add the water a tablespoon at a time, pulsing to combine.  You have added enough water when the dough forms a ball.  Remove the dough from the food processor bowl and wrap in plastic wrap.  Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes or up to 24 hours.

When you are ready to bake the crackers, preheat the oven to 350F.  Roll out the dough to 1/8 inch thickness (or slightly less).  Cut the rolled dough into squares and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.  You can place them close together as they will no spread. Bake the crackers for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown  Remove from the oven and let cool completely.  Store in an airtight container.

Enjoy!  -Cardamommy