Rice Krispie Cheddar Crackers Recipe
These Rice Krispie Cheddar Crackers are a delightful twist on traditional cheese crackers, with a crispy texture and a hint of spice. Perfect for snacking or as a party appetizer.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 30-33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 crackers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
Addition:
- 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the shredded cheddar and softened butter until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in Cereal: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal, being careful not to crush them too much.
- Shape Dough: Roll the dough into small 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten: Slightly flatten each ball with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
- Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes or until the edges are golden and the crackers are crisp.
- Cool and Store: Cool the crackers completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container.
Notes
- You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper.
- These crackers are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for a few days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cracker
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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