Best 2 Healthy Homemade Cheese Crackers Recipes

In the realm of healthy snacking, homemade cheese crackers stand as a delectable and nutritious alternative to store-bought options. These crackers boast a symphony of flavors, textures, and health benefits. With a delightful crunch that awakens the senses, they elevate any cheeseboard or snack platter. Whether you prefer gluten-free, vegan, low-carb, or keto-friendly crackers, this curated collection of recipes offers something to satisfy every palate and dietary preference. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where taste meets wellness as you explore these homemade cheese cracker recipes.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE CHEESE CRACKERS RECIPE BY TASTY

Homemade Cheese Crackers Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shredded cheddar cheese, unsalted butter, salt, flour, ice water

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories Snacks

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons ice water

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
Using a hand mixer or standing mixer, combine cheese, butter, and salt in a large bowl.
Once combined, mix in the flour and add the ice water one tablespoon at a time.
The dough should hold together but crumble apart if you break it up in your hand. If it seems too dry, add a little more ice water.
Separate dough into two halves and pack together into discs. Wrap in parchment paper and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Roll out dough to ⅛ of an inch (½ cm), pinching the cracks on the ends.
Cut into 1 inch x 1 inch (2 ½ x 2 ½ cm) squares and pierce a hole in the middle of each square for ventilation during baking.
Place the separated crackers on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 13 minutes, or until golden brown.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 0 grams

KIDS CAN MAKE: HEALTHY CHEESY CRACKERS

Kids Can Make: Healthy Cheesy Crackers image

We cracked the boxed-cheese-cracker code with this super simple recipe. The dough comes together quickly in a food processor. For little and big kids: Let them measure ingredients and sprinkle on the toppings. For big kids: Let them try rolling out the dough.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h40m

Yield 10 servings (about 100 crackers)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 large egg, separated
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

Whisk together the egg white, vinegar and 3 tablespoons water in a small bowl; set aside. Refrigerate the egg yolk in a small bowl, covered, until ready to use.
Pulse the flour, salt, mustard, paprika and turmeric in a food processor to combine. Add the butter, Cheddar and Parmesan, and pulse until the butter is completely broken up. Pour in the egg white mixture, and pulse until the dough comes together in a ball. (It's OK if it's a little wet.)
Place the dough on a large piece of plastic wrap, and pat it into a 1/2-inch-thick square. Wrap it up, and refrigerate to chill and firm up the dough, about 1 hour.
Position 2 oven racks at the top and bottom thirds of the oven, and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
Roll the dough out on a large piece of parchment (to keep it from sticking to the counter) into a 10-inch square about 1/8 inch thick. (Dust the dough with flour if you find it too sticky.) Trim the edges to straighten the square, then cut it into 1-inch squares (a pizza cutter works great).
Whisk 2 teaspoons water into the egg yolk. Brush the mixture over the tops of each cracker. Sprinkle each with the tiniest pinch of salt.
Bake the crackers, 2 baking sheets at a time, until they are deep golden brown on the bottom, about 20 minutes, rotating the sheets about halfway through. Let the crackers cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Store the crackers at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze them for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 45 milligrams, Sodium 280 milligrams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 1 grams

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your crackers.
Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the crackers tough.
Chill the dough before baking. This will help the crackers to hold their shape.
Bake the crackers at a low temperature. This will help them to crisp up without burning.
Let the crackers cool completely before storing them. This will help them to stay crisp.

Conclusion:

These healthy homemade cheese crackers are a delicious and nutritious snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of different flavor combinations, you are sure to find a recipe that you love. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, give these cheese crackers a try. You won't be disappointed!