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Cheddar Cheese Crackers with Chives

cheddarcheesecrackersHomemade cheese crackers make a great appetizer or party snack since you can prepare them ahead of time. After cooling completely, they'll keep for a few days in an airtight container at room temperature. Or make a bunch, freeze them, and have them ready for your next surprise guest. A quick reheat in a toaster oven until they are hot and crisp is all they need. Double the recipe if you're feeding a crowd or want to set some aside for a rainy day.

½ cup butter, softened
2 Tbsp. cream cheese, softened
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1½ cups all-purpose flour, unbleached
½ tsp. sea salt
1 Tbsp. dried chives

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C/155°C fan, Gas Mark 3).

In a medium bowl, combine the butter, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese. Mix together with a spoon until well blended.

Add the flour, salt, and chives to the butter mixture and mix until well blended.

Form the dough into ¾" balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten the balls using the bottom of a drinking glass or with the tines of a fork until each cracker is about ¼" thick.

Prick each cracker several times with a fork. Sprinkle with a little salt, if desired.

Bake the crackers for 12-17 minutes until they are very lightly browned around the edges.

Remove the crackers to a wire rack and cool.

Pair with your favourite dip, hummus, or soup, and enjoy!

Makes 18 servings.

Cook's Notes: To freeze, place on a cookie sheet and freeze until solid. Seal in heavy-duty zip-top freezer bags, label, and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, toast in a toaster oven or oven until hot and crisp.

Variations:

  • Swap out the grated cheese to mix up the flavour. Use a combination of Colby and Monterey Jack, or try Havarti or Swiss in place of the cheddar cheese.
  • Add some whole wheat flour in place of some of the all-purpose flour.
  • Sprinkle some finely chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, into the dough.
    Add seeds, like sesame, poppy, or chopped sunflower seeds.
  • Give the crackers some spice with a dash of red pepper flakes or cracked black pepper.