Cheese Krispies Crackers
These popular cheese crackers are a beloved recipe, ideal for enjoying with a drink before your evening meal. The dough combines aged cheddar, butter, and crisp rice cereal for a distinctive texture. Once baked, the crackers keep well in an airtight container for snacking. They can also be frozen for up to a couple of months, making them a handy treat to have on hand.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 lb cold pack aged cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground celery seed
- 2 cups crisp rice cereal
- 1 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Method
- Process the butter and cheese in a food processor until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate the flour, adding it one cup at a time.
- Mix in the salt, black pepper, and ground celery seed.
- Transfer the combined cheese mixture to a large bowl and gently fold in the crisp rice cereal, kneading lightly if needed.
- On a surface dusted with flour, roll the dough out to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
- Cut shapes from the dough using a plain 2 inch cookie cutter.
- Arrange the cut crackers on a baking sheet and bake at 325°F.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- For different flavours, consider adding alternatives like cayenne, minced onion, chives, small jalapeño pieces, or bacon bits.
Nutrition (per serving)
Sodium303900 mg
Recipe details
CategoryCheese
Authorrangapeach
