Description
Craving gluten-free goldfish? This easy recipe makes crispy, cheesy crackers from scratch, perfect for a celiac-friendly snack. Learn substitutions and baking tips for the best homemade cheese crackers.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups (150g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
- 1 cup (113g) finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more for sprinkling
- 1/2 cup (113g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1–2 tablespoons ice water
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or garlic powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Dough In a food processor, combine gluten-free flour, grated cheddar, and salt. Pulse. Add cold butter and pulse until coarse crumbs form. Slowly add ice water until dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30-120 minutes.
- Step 2: Roll and Cut Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets. Roll chilled dough between parchment paper to 1/16 to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut with a small cookie cutter (Goldfish shape, round, or square). Re-roll scraps. Transfer crackers to baking sheets.
- Step 3: Bake to Crispy Perfection Poke an ‘eye’ in each cracker with a skewer. Sprinkle with extra salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes, rotating halfway, until golden brown and firm. Let cool completely on a wire rack to crisp up.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins