Description
A foolproof, low-carb snack made with just three ingredients: sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and everything bagel seasoning. These crackers are crispy, savory, and ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (200g) sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- Optional: ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and finely shredded cheddar. Mash together with a fork until a smooth, uniform dough forms with no visible chunks.
- Stir in the everything bagel seasoning (and garlic powder if using) until evenly distributed. Fold in fresh chives if using.
- Transfer the dough onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Press and roll the dough into a rough rectangle or circle, aiming for ⅛ to ¼-inch thickness.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to score the dough into 1-inch squares or triangles, cutting all the way through.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on the pan for at least 10 minutes. The crackers will soften when hot and crisp up as they cool.
- Once completely firm, break along the scored lines and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Do not use pre-shredded cheese as it contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting. Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature. The crackers must cool completely to achieve crispness. If they go soft, re-crisp in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cracker
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 0.2
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 3.5
- Saturated Fat: 2.2
- Carbohydrates: 0.5
- Protein: 3
Keywords: everything bagel crackers, 3 ingredient snack, keto crackers, low carb snack, cheddar crackers, homemade crackers, gluten free snack