Ingredients
Method
- In a food processor, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, flour, salt, and paprika. Pulse a few times to combine.
- Add cold butter cubes to the food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in 3 tablespoons of ice cold water until the dough just starts to come together. Add the remaining tablespoon of water if the dough is too dry.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a floured surface, roll the chilled dough out to about 1/16-inch thick. Cut the dough into 1-inch squares using a pizza cutter or fluted pastry wheel.
- Poke a small hole in the center of each square using a skewer or chopstick. Transfer the crackers to a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the crackers are crisp. Let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
Notes
This recipe for Easy Homemade Cheez-Its gives you crispy, flaky crackers with a rich, savory cheddar flavor. They're fun to make and completely customizable, so you can adjust the seasonings and cheese types to your liking. Once you taste these, you’ll never want the boxed version again.
