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Homemade Whole Wheat Crackers With Cheese - Simple, Crisp, and Savory

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (plus extra for topping, optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar (or a mix of cheddar and Parmesan)
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup cold water (as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the flour, salt, garlic powder, and paprika or pepper.
  3. Add the cold butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it into the flour until it looks like coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
  5. Drizzle in 1/3 cup cold water. Mix with a fork, adding more water a tablespoon at a time until the dough holds together when pressed. It should be firm, not sticky.
  6. Divide the dough in half. Keep one half covered while you work with the other.
  7. Place the dough between two sheets of parchment and roll it very thin—about 1/16 inch. Thinner dough means crispier crackers.
  8. Peel off the top parchment. Lightly brush the surface with olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of salt if you like.
  9. Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut 1-inch squares or rectangles. Prick each cracker once with a fork to prevent puffing.
  10. Transfer the parchment with cut dough to a baking sheet. Repeat with the second half of the dough.
  11. Bake for 12–16 minutes, rotating pans halfway. They’re done when edges turn deep golden and the centers feel firm.
  12. Cool completely on the pan. Crack along cut lines if needed.