Crispy Cheese Crackers
Crispy Cheese Crackers
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika, optional
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 2
Arrange small mounds of shredded cheddar cheese onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave about 1 inch of space between each mound to allow for spreading as they bake. Each mound should be about 1 tablespoon in size.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Sprinkle a pinch of grated Parmesan cheese over the top of each shredded cheddar mound. This adds an extra layer of salty, nutty flavor and contributes to the crispiness.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
If desired, lightly sprinkle each cheese mound with paprika and garlic powder for an extra flavor kick. Other seasonings like chili powder or Italian seasoning can also be used.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown around the edges. Keep a close eye on them as they can go from perfectly golden to burnt quickly.
⏱️ 7 min•🌡️ 350
- 6
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cheese crackers cool completely on the parchment paper. This is a crucial step, as they will crisp up significantly as they cool. This usually takes about 15 minutes.
⏱️ 15 min
- 7
Once fully cooled, gently peel the crispy cheese crackers from the parchment paper. They should easily lift off. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
⏱️ 2 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Crispy Cheese Crackers
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika, optional
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 2
Arrange small mounds of shredded cheddar cheese onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave about 1 inch of space between each mound to allow for spreading as they bake. Each mound should be about 1 tablespoon in size.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Sprinkle a pinch of grated Parmesan cheese over the top of each shredded cheddar mound. This adds an extra layer of salty, nutty flavor and contributes to the crispiness.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
If desired, lightly sprinkle each cheese mound with paprika and garlic powder for an extra flavor kick. Other seasonings like chili powder or Italian seasoning can also be used.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown around the edges. Keep a close eye on them as they can go from perfectly golden to burnt quickly.
⏱️ 7 min•🌡️ 350 - 6
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cheese crackers cool completely on the parchment paper. This is a crucial step, as they will crisp up significantly as they cool. This usually takes about 15 minutes.
⏱️ 15 min - 7
Once fully cooled, gently peel the crispy cheese crackers from the parchment paper. They should easily lift off. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
⏱️ 2 min