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Sourdough Cheez Its Recipe

Crunchy Sourdough Cheez Its Recipe for Cheesy Bliss

Transform sourdough discard into crunchy, cheesy delights with this Sourdough Cheez Its Recipe.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

For the Crackers
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 cup sourdough discard may substitute with active sourdough starter
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute up to half with whole wheat flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder can swap with onion flakes
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt consider adding flaky salt on top

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife or pizza cutter
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sourdough Cheez Its Recipe
  1. In a food processor, combine 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, ½ cup of sourdough discard, ½ cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Pulse until it reaches a wet sand texture.
  2. Transfer the combined dough onto a clean surface and shape it into a flat disc approximately 1 inch thick. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Roll the dough out to about 1/16 inch thickness and cut into square shapes. Dock each cracker using a toothpick.
  5. Sprinkle each cracker with flaky salt and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crackerCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 30mgVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Monitor baking time closely to avoid burning. Experiment with different cheeses or spices for a unique flavor.

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