Cheese and Herb Crackers (Printable Version)

Savory crackers bursting with sharp cheddar, Parmesan, fresh herbs. Crispy and perfect for snacks or dips.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cheese

04 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
05 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

→ Herbs

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
09 - 3 to 4 tablespoons cold water

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and black pepper. Add grated cheddar, Parmesan, chives, and thyme. Mix thoroughly to distribute seasonings and cheese evenly throughout.
03 - Add cold butter cubes to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fingertips, rub butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
04 - Drizzle in cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until dough just comes together. Avoid overworking the dough.
05 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured work surface. Roll out to 1/8-inch thickness.
06 - Cut dough into 1-inch squares or desired shapes. Place crackers on prepared baking sheet with slight spacing between each piece.
07 - Use a fork to prick each cracker several times before baking.
08 - Bake 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple, everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Perfectly customizable with your favorite cheeses and herbs
  • Crispy, golden texture that beats any packaged cracker
  • Ideal for entertaining, snacking, or gifting
02 -
  • Use cold butter and cold water to achieve the flakiest texture
  • Don't skip pricking the crackers—it prevents them from puffing up unevenly
  • For uniform crackers, use a pizza cutter or sharp knife
  • Store in an airtight container to keep them crispy for up to a week
  • Double the batch and freeze half the dough for quick crackers anytime
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