Delicious and Spicy Homemade Cheese Crackers

These spicy cheese crackers are the perfect combination of cheesy goodness and a kick of heat. Made with simple ingredients, these crackers are easy to make and will be a hit at any gathering. Serve them as a snack, appetizer, or as a side with your favorite soup or stew. Get ready to enjoy a burst of flavors with every bite!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup cold water

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the grated cheddar cheese until well combined.
5. Gradually add the cold water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. You may not need to use all of the water.
6. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it a few times until it becomes smooth.
7. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a disk.
8. Roll out each disk to about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness.
9. Use a cookie cutter or a sharp knife to cut the dough into small squares or any desired shape.
10. Place the crackers onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown and crispy.
12. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
13. Enjoy these delicious and spicy homemade cheese crackers with your favorite dip or on their own!

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