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Homemade Goldfish Crackers Recipe

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These Homemade Goldfish Crackers are a delightful and crunchy snack made from sharp cheddar cheese and a blend of savory spices. Perfectly baked to a golden crisp, these crackers are a fun and flavorful alternative to store-bought snacks, ideal for kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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Cheese Dough

  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled
  • 4–5 tablespoons cold water

Tools

  • Goldfish cookie cutter (optional)
  • Food processor
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cheese: Finely shred the sharp cheddar cheese using a cheese grater and transfer it to a food processor. Pulse until the cheese becomes very finely chopped to ensure it will incorporate well into the dough.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add flour, kosher salt, sugar, baking powder, paprika, celery salt, and onion powder into the food processor with the cheese. Pulse until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
  3. Add Butter and Water: Incorporate the chilled unsalted butter and 4 tablespoons of cold water into the mixture. Pulse a few more times until the dough starts to form. If the dough is crumbly, add additional cold water 1 tablespoon at a time until it sticks together.
  4. Knead and Chill Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured work surface and knead it lightly to bring it together. Divide into two discs approximately 1 inch thick. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  5. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  6. Roll and Cut Shapes: On a lightly floured surface, roll each chilled dough disc into a rectangle about 9-10 inches by 11 inches, maintaining a thickness of roughly 1/8 inch. Use a goldfish-shaped cookie cutter to cut out crackers. Arrange the cutouts on the prepared baking sheets and sprinkle lightly with salt to taste. Gather and re-roll any scraps to use all dough.
  7. Bake the Crackers: Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes until the bottoms turn slightly golden brown. This indicates they are crisp and baked through.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheets before serving, to ensure maximum crunchiness.

Notes

  • Using sharp cheddar cheese enhances the flavor, but feel free to experiment with different cheeses for unique tastes.
  • Make sure the butter is chilled and the water is cold to help create a flaky texture in the crackers.
  • If you don’t have a goldfish shape cutter, you can use small fish-shaped cookie cutters or any small fun shapes.
  • Store baked crackers in an airtight container to keep them crisp for up to a week.
  • You can adjust the seasoning to your preference by adding more or less paprika, celery salt, or onion powder.

Keywords: Homemade Goldfish Crackers, Cheddar Crackers, Snack Recipe, Baked Crackers, Kid-Friendly Snack, Cheese Crackers

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