Homemade Cheez‑Its 

These homemade Cheez‑Its deliver all the crispy, cheesy goodness of the classic snack using simple ingredients and no preservatives. Made with real shredded cheddar, butter, flour, and seasonings, the dough is chilled, rolled thin, and baked to golden perfection. Each bite-over imparts a crunchy texture and bold cheddar flavor that’s customizable for gluten-free or keto-friendly versions. Perfect for snacking, serving with dips, or packing in lunchboxes, these crackers are fun to make and even more satisfying to munch on. 

Ingredients

• 8 oz (≈225 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  
  

• 4 Tbsp (½ stick) salted butter, softened (use unsalted + pinch of salt if preferred)
  
  

• ½ tsp seasoning salt
  
  

• ½ tsp garlic powder
  
  

• 1 cup all‑purpose flour (or gluten‑free/almond flour for low‑carb/keto versions)
  
  

• 2–3 Tbsp ice water 

Directions

1. In a food processor, pulse cheddar, butter, seasoning salt, and garlic powder until crumbly.
   
   

2. Add flour and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
   
   

3. Drizzle in ice water, one tablespoon at a time, pulsing until the dough just comes together in a ball.
   
   

4. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
   
   

5. Preheat oven to 350 °F (≈175 °C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
   
   

6. Roll chilled dough out on a floured surface to about ⅛–¼ in thick.
   
   

7. Cut into 1‑inch squares. Poke a hole in each square with a toothpick or skewer.
   
   

8. Arrange crackers on baking sheets, spacing them evenly.
   
   

9. Bake for 12–16 minutes until crisp and lightly golden around the edges.
   
   

10. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container. 

Nutrients

Calories: ~18 kcal
Carbohydrates: ~1 g
Protein: ~1 g
Fat: ~1 g
Fiber: ~0.04 g
Sugar: ~0.01 g
Sodium: ~30 mg per cracker (100 servings total yield)