30-Minute Homemade Goldfish Crackers Recipe for Guilt-Free Snacking
These buttery, crispy cheese crackers require just 4 simple ingredients and come together in under 30 minutes. With their rich, cheesy flavor and satisfying crunch, they're perfect for snacking, party appetizers, or paired with soups and salads.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)
- ½ Cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 tablespoon Butter (cold)
- 2-3 tablespoon Water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine 1 cup shredded cheese, ½ cup flour, and 2 tablespoons cold butter. Pulse 8-10 times until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with the butter evenly distributed.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons water through the feed tube. Stop as soon as the dough comes together in a ball, about 10-15 seconds. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon water only if needed.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead 2-3 times until smooth. Roll out to ¼-inch thickness, turning the dough 90 degrees occasionally to maintain an even thickness.
- Using a small cookie cutter or knife, cut into desired shapes and transfer to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them ½ inch apart.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the crackers feel crisp when gently tapped. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Re-crisp in a 300°F oven for 3-4 minutes if needed.
Cheese Variations: Sharp cheddar provides the best flavor, but Gruyère, aged white cheddar, or Parmesan work beautifully. Avoid pre-shredded cheese with anti-caking agents when possible.
Pro Tip: For extra-crispy crackers, roll the dough slightly thinner (about 3/16 inch) and bake on the longer side of the time range.
Troubleshooting: If dough is too crumbly to roll, add water 1 teaspoon at a time. If too sticky, dust with a little more flour.
Nutrition
Calories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 5mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 61IUCalcium: 27mgIron: 0.1mg
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