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Jalepeno Cheese Crackers

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These homemade jalapeno cheese crackers are the perfect snack for game day or a sophisticated appetizer. They offer a satisfying crunch with a bold kick of heat from fresh jalapenos, balanced by the rich, salty tang of sharp cheddar cheese. Unlike store-bought versions, these are made from scratch using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and cold butter for a flaky texture. The addition of dry mustard and chili powder deepens the flavor profile, making each bite more complex. They are incredibly easy to prepare and bake up golden brown in no time. Serve them alongside dips, soups, or on their own for a quick, delicious treat that everyone will love.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1
Calories: 24.2
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These homemade jalapeno cheese crackers are the perfect snack for game day or a sophisticated appetizer. They offer a satisfying crunch with a bold kick of heat from fresh jalapenos, balanced by the rich, salty tang of sharp cheddar cheese. Unlike store-bought versions, these are made from scratch using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and cold butter for a flaky texture. The addition of dry mustard and chili powder deepens the flavor profile, making each bite more complex. They are incredibly easy to prepare and bake up golden brown in no time. Serve them alongside dips, soups, or on their own for a quick, delicious treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
  • 3 oz Cheddar cheese; 1/2" cubes
  • 3/4 cups Flour; all purpose
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 400F (204&# 194;°C).
  2. 2
    Process cheese and jalapeno in food processor till chopped in 1/4" pieces.
  3. 3
    Add butter, pulse on and off till size of small peas.
  4. 4
    Stir flour with cornmeal, salt, chili powder and mustard in small bowl till blended.
  5. 5
    Add to mixture in processor, pulse on and off just till blended.
  6. 6
    Sprinkle water evenly over mixture in processor.
  7. 7
    Pulse on and off just till dough begins to form into a ball.
  8. 8
    Shape dough into 8" disk.
  9. 9
    Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate till firm enough to roll, about 30 minutes.
  10. 10
    On floured surface, roll dough to 1/4" thickness.
  11. 11
    Cut in 2" rounds with cookie cutter or wine glass.
  12. 12
    Transfer to ungreased baking sheet.
  13. 13
    Prick each cracker once with fork.
  14. 14
    Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or till crisp.
  15. 15
    Transfer to rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 24.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.0g4%
Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
Cholesterol 5.8mg2%
Sodium 37.3mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 1.5g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store in airtight container.

Ingredients found in original directions: about 1/2 cup 1/4 c Cornmeal 1 tb Jalapeno pepper 1/2 ts Salt -seeded & minced or to taste 1/4 ts Chili powder 1/3 c Butter; cold, 1/4 ts Mustard; dry - cut in 1/2" cubes 4 tb -Water; ice.

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