Description
These Cheesy Homemade Sourdough Cheez-Its are simple to prepare and deliver a delightful crunch with rich flavor, making them an irresistible snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (Freshly shredded)
- 1 cup Sourdough Discard (Essential for tangy flavor)
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter (Cubed and cold)
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (Can use gluten-free flour blend)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Optional)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (Adjust according to preference)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Crucial for flavor enhancement)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the shredded cheddar cheese and cold, cubed butter in a large bowl. Mix until crumbly.
- Add the sourdough discard to the cheese mixture. Stir well.
- Incorporate the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt gradually. Mix until the dough comes together.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into small squares and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool before enjoying!
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg