Sourdough Cheddar Snack Crackers (Printable)

Crispy, tangy crackers from sourdough discard and sharp cheddar—baked in 40 minutes for easy snacking or pairing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main

01 - 1 cup sourdough discard, unfed and at room temperature
02 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
03 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
07 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
08 - 1 to 2 tablespoons cold water, as needed

→ Topping

09 - Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend sourdough discard, shredded cheddar, softened butter, sea salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until thoroughly combined.
03 - Gradually incorporate all-purpose flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Drizzle in cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
04 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth. Roll the dough to 1/8-inch thickness.
05 - Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice dough into 1-inch squares. Arrange the squares on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Prick each cracker with a fork and sprinkle generously with coarse sea salt.
07 - Bake for 16 to 20 minutes until golden and crisp, rotating the baking sheet halfway through for even browning.
08 - Cool crackers completely on a wire rack before transferring to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You finally have a reason to get excited about sourdough discard instead of feeling guilty about waste
  • They're somehow sophisticated enough for wine night but simple enough for Tuesday afternoon snacking
02 -
  • The dough will feel sticky at first but that's exactly right
  • Rolling the dough evenly is the secret to uniform crispiness
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded for better melting
  • A pizza cutter makes the fastest work of cutting all those little squares

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