Prepare to fall in love with this irresistible Rosemary Cheese Cracker Recipe. Once you’ve tasted these homemade delights, you’ll never find satisfaction in store-bought crackers again. What truly captivates me is the assurance of knowing precisely what ingredients are going into my body. Naturally, I was driven to embark on the journey of creating my own crackers at home, and I was astounded by their effortless preparation.
If you haven’t experienced the joy of crafting your own crackers, prepare for a delightful surprise. This recipe is incredibly simple, requiring only a handful of ingredients, and can be completed in a mere 30 minutes.
Gather all-purpose flour, salt, cheese (I used parmesan), butter, heavy cream, and fresh rosemary. Through a simple process of mixing and rolling, you’ll bring these components together to form the dough, which can then be cut into rectangles and baked. Truly, it couldn’t be simpler!
Each batch yields between 30 to 40 crackers, and should you desire more, feel free to double or triple the recipe to suit your needs.
These crackers will keep beautifully in an airtight container for up to a week, although I must confess, they seldom last that long in my household. In fact, a batch rarely survives beyond a single afternoon! I also suggest letting the batch air-dry for a couple of hours. If not, they will be soft like a cookie. But, if that is what you prefer, go for it!
While the inclusion of rosemary adds a delightful touch, you may opt to experiment with your preferred combination of fresh or dried herbs.
For a delectable party appetizer, I recommend serving these crackers alongside whipped cream cheese and freshly chopped chives. The harmony of flavors is truly heavenly. Or, you may want to make this Tasty Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe that pairs well with these crackers.
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Alternatively, include them alongside your very own charcuterie board with roasted olives, a variety of cheeses, meats, nuts, and fruits. Also, make sure you have plenty of wine on hand for this mouthwatering experience. I promise you, there won’t be much for leftovers!
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Are you ready to try baking your own homemade crackers?
Let’s proceed straight to the recipe!
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Rosemary Cheese Cracker Recipe:
- 1 cup all purpose flour (+ more as needed)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup freshly grated cheese of your choice
- 1/3 cup cold butter (cubed)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Coarse or flaked salt for sprinkling
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary (or herb of choice)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, Parmesan cheese, and cubed butter, and chopped rosemary.
- Cut the butter and cheese into the flour mix by using a pastry cutter if you have one, or two knives like I did, until you get a sand-like mixture.
- Pour in the heavy cream and mix the ingredients with a wooden spoon until a dough is formed.
- Sprinkle flour on a piece of parchment paper and use a floured rolling pin to roll the dough out to a ¼-inch thickness. Use a sharp knife or pizza wheel to cut the dough into small rectangular pieces that are evenly sized.
- Place the dough rectangles on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving 1 inch of space between each. Use a fork to poke holes in the crackers.
- Sprinkle the tops with salt and chopped fresh rosemary.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until golden brown.
- Allow the crackers to cool fully on the baking sheet before storing or serving.
