Chipotle Cheddar Crackers

Ingredients

Chipotle Cheddar Crackers

• 1 stick of unsalted butter, room temperature

• 8 oz aged cheddar cheese, hand grated

• 1 cup + 2 Tbsp ap flour

• 1/2 tsp chipotle powder (or more to taste)

• 1/4 tsp salt  

• Flaked sea salt for topping

Preparation

1. Place the butter, cheddar, flour, chipotle powder and 1 teaspoon of salt into the bowl of an electric mixer. Add 1½ tablespoons water and mix on low speed to combine the ingredients. Turn the mixer to medium and beat for 30 seconds, until the ingredients come together in big clumps.

2. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured cutting board and roll it into a log. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or freeze it for up to 4 months.

3. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F and line sheet pans with parchment paper. Slice the dough approximately ½ inch thick and place the rounds 1 inch apart on the parchment paper. You can flatten and shape the rounds at this point for a more uniform look.

4. Sprinkle with sea salt and bake for 15 to 17 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on the sheet pans or a baking rack and serve at room temperature.