Herbed Cheese Crackers
These Herbed Cheese Crackers are light, crispy, and packed with a rich, savory flavor from Parmesan cheese and aromatic herbs like rosemary, thyme, or oregano. Perfect for snacking or pairing with dips and cheese boards, these crackers bring a homemade twist to traditional snacks. The buttery texture and golden finish make them an elegant addition to any appetizer spread.
Preparation Time:
60 min
Difficulty:
Novice
Ingredients:
- 100g of all-purpose flour
- 50g of grated Parmesan cheese
- 50g of unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon of dried herbs (such as rosemary, thyme or oregano)
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Knife
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan cheese, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Add softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the dough resembles coarse crumbs.
- Knead the dough gently until it comes together, then wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- Use a knife or cookie cutter to cut the dough into desired shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops of the crackers with beaten egg for a nice golden color.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
- Total Calories: 500 kcal
- Carbs: 50g
- Proteins: 10g
- Fats: 35g
Recommended Ingredients and Tools
To make this recipe, you can find these ingredients and tools available:
- All-purpose flour
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Unsalted butter
- Dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, or oregano)
- Salt and black pepper
- Eggs
Tools
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Knife or cookie cutter