Homemade Cheez-Its

5 from 3 votes

These Homemade Cheez-Its are crispy, cheesy, and packed with real flavor—made with just five simple ingredients. Perfectly bite-sized for toddlers, they’re a fun, healthier snack that skips the preservatives but keeps the crunch. Great for lunchboxes, snack time, or on-the-go!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cheese

Servings:

Ingredients

8 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
1/4 cup butter
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup all purpose flour
2 tbsp cold water

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Instructions

In a food processor, blend together the shredded cheddar cheese, room temperature butter, and salt until well combined.
Add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, pulsing until it becomes crumbly.
Add the cold water until a smooth dough forms.
Remove the dough from the food processor and shape it into a ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once chilled, roll out the dough until it is about 1/8 inch thick.
Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into small squares. For added authenticity, poke a hole in the center of each square using a chopstick or toothpick. Place the squares onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until they start to turn golden brown.
Allow the Homemade Cheez-Its to cool before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Rolling the Dough: Aim for an even thickness to ensure uniform baking. If the dough becomes too soft, chill it briefly before rolling.

Cutting Shapes: Get creative! Use small cookie cutters to make fun shapes that your kids will enjoy.

Baking Time: Keep an eye on the crackers as they bake. They should be golden brown and crispy. Baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.

Serving Suggestions: These crackers are great on their own or paired with dips like hummus or yogurt-based spreads.

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