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Cheez Its

Buttery, salty homemade cheddar crackers with a real-deal crunch.

Ingredients

• 7½ oz(about 3 1/2 cups) finely grated sharp cheddar
• 6 tbspunsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 cup(9 oz) all-purpose flour
• ¾ tspkosher salt (plus extra for topping)
• ½ tspbaking powder
• 2-4 tbsp ice water
• 1egg white, lightly beaten

Instructions

1. Pulse cheddar, butter, flour, salt, and baking powder in a food processor until crumbly.
2. Add ice water 1 tbsp at a time until dough just comes together.
3. Form into a disk, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 375°F.
5. Roll dough to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into small squares.
6. Poke a small hole in each square center.
7. Place on parchment-lined trays, brush with egg white, and sprinkle with salt.
8. Bake 14-18 minutes until crisp and lightly browned.
9. Cool fully for maximum crunch.