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Simple Sourdough Cheez It Crackers Recipe

Crunchy, salty, and cheesy homemade crackers made with sourdough discard and sharp cheddar, these Sourdough Cheez It Crackers are an easy family-favorite snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 18
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 1/3 cup sourdough discard
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/2 tablespoon ranch seasoning optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Flaky sea salt for topping

Method
 

  1. Add cheese, sourdough discard, butter, ranch seasoning, salt, and flour to a food processor.
  2. Process until a cohesive dough forms.
  3. Wrap dough and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Roll dough between parchment to 1/8-inch thickness.
  6. Cut dough into 1-inch squares.
  7. Poke a hole in the center of each cracker.
  8. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  9. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and crisp.
  10. Cool completely before storing.

Notes

Dough should stick together when pressed and not feel dry. Crackers crisp up as they cool.