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Homemade Parmesan Rosemary Crackers

Homemade Parmesan Rosemary Crackers


  • Author: Julia Walton
  • Total Time: 34
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Homemade Parmesan Rosemary Crackers are buttery, crisp, and packed with nutty cheese and fresh herb flavor—exactly the kind of easy snack that disappears fast at parties and weeknight nibble sessions. They come together with simple pantry ingredients, bake in just a few minutes, and are perfect for quick appetizers, easy dinner boards, snack platters, or whenever you need tasty food ideas without a lot of fuss.


Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese divided

2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary plus extra for topping

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cut into small cubes

1/3 cup cold water plus up to 2 tablespoons more as needed

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for brushing

1 teaspoon flaky sea salt for sprinkling


Instructions

1. Whisk the flour, 3/4 cup of the finely grated Parmesan, chopped rosemary, garlic powder, fine sea salt, and black pepper together in a large mixing bowl (or pulse in a food processor) until evenly combined.

2. Add the cold cubed butter to the bowl and cut it into the dry ingredients with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with a few pea-sized bits of butter remaining.

3. Drizzle in the cold water a tablespoon at a time, gently tossing with a fork until the dough begins to clump together and holds when pressed. If the mixture still looks dry, add up to 2 tablespoons more water, just until it comes together.

4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and press it into a flat disk. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and chill for 20–30 minutes while you preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

5. On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a rectangle about 1/8-inch thick, keeping the thickness as even as possible. Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into small squares or rectangles and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.

6. Use the tip of a skewer or a fork to poke 2–3 small holes in the center of each cracker to keep them from puffing too much in the oven.

7. Brush the tops of the crackers lightly with olive oil, then sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan, a few extra rosemary leaves, and the flaky sea salt.

8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through, until the crackers are deeply golden around the edges and the centers are set.

9. Let the crackers cool completely on the baking sheets or on a wire rack; they will crisp up even more as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4–5 days.

Notes

For the crispiest crackers, resist the urge to roll the dough too thick—aim for an even 1/8-inch, and keep the butter and water cold so the dough stays flaky instead of tough.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 14
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: about 10 crackers
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 380
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 7
  • Cholesterol: 35

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