Homemade Cheesy Crackers: A Healthy Twist for Busy Moms
By using simple, whole-food ingredients, you can feel good about serving these crackers to your family.
As a holistic nutritionist and a mother myself, I understand the importance of providing healthy snacks for our little ones without sacrificing precious time and energy. That's why I'm excited to share with you a delightful recipe for homemade cheesy crackers that will not only appeal to your kids' taste buds but also nourish their bodies with wholesome ingredients. And the best part? They're tiny squares, making them incredibly efficient to prepare!
These homemade cheesy crackers are not only delicious but also free from the artificial additives and preservatives commonly found in store-bought varieties. By using simple, whole-food ingredients, you can feel good about serving these crackers to your family.
I recently made a batch of these crackers with my 2-year-old daughter, and it was a delightful experience. She enjoyed helping me roll out the dough and watching me cut out the shapes. The pride she felt when she saw the finished crackers was truly heartwarming.
So, the next time you're tempted to reach for a box of store-bought goldfish crackers, why not try this recipe instead? With just a handful of ingredients and a little bit of effort, you can create a wholesome snack that your kids will love. Once you taste these homemade cheesy crackers, you may never go back to the store-bought version again!
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp salt
8 tbsp (1 stick) cold butter, cut into small pieces
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
3-4 tsp cold water
Instructions:
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Blend Dry Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Pulse a few times to mix them thoroughly.
Incorporate Butter and Cheese: Add the cold butter pieces and grated cheddar cheese to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add Water: With the food processor running, add 1 teaspoon of cold water at a time until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix; stop as soon as the dough forms.
Roll Out Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Use a rolling pin to roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Cut Into Shapes: You have two options here. Either use a goldfish cutter to create classic goldfish shapes, or simply use a pizza cutter to cut the dough into small squares for crackers.
Bake: Place the cut-out crackers onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
Cool and Enjoy: Once baked, remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack. As they cool, they will become crisp and crunchy, perfect for snacking.
Happy baking and guilt-free snacking!
