Light, crunchy, and savory cheese crackers that have a bit of a kick. Easy recipe with minimal ingredients. Add 4 tablespoons sesame seeds to the batter before kneading for a tasty option. Also, a fun recipe for kids to help with.
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour: 2 cups
- pinch salt: 1 piece
- ½ teaspoons red pepper flakes: 1 piece
- Cheddar cheese, grated and room temperature: 1 pound
- unsalted butter: 1 cup (melted)
- crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®): 2 cups
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Stages of cooking
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Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
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Combine flour, salt, and red pepper flakes in a large bowl; add Cheddar cheese and toss until cheese is coated. Pour in melted butter; stir until mixture is moist and crumbly. Add rice cereal and knead by hand until dough is well-blended.
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Roll dough into 1/2-inch balls; arrange on a baking sheet. Flatten each ball with a fork.
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Bake in the preheated oven until light and crispy, about 30 minutes.
