Description

These sourdough cheez its are the ultimate way to turn leftover starter into something crunchy, cheesy, and totally addictive. A fun, zero-waste snack made with real cheddar and no preservatives.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
2 to 3 tbsp cold water, as needed

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix the sourdough discard, shredded cheddar, and melted butter until well combined.
Add the flour, salt, and garlic powder. Stir until a dough forms. If the dough feels dry, add cold water one tablespoon at a time.
Divide the dough in half. Roll each portion between two sheets of parchment paper until very thin, about 1/16 inch thick.
Remove the top parchment and cut the dough into small squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
Transfer the parchment with the cut crackers onto a baking sheet. Prick each cracker once with a fork or skewer.
Bake for 12 to 16 minutes, rotating the pan halfway, until golden and crisp.
Cool completely on the baking sheet. The crackers will continue to crisp as they cool.

Notes

For extra cheesy flavor, sprinkle Parmesan over the dough before baking. Add cayenne or smoked paprika for a spicy twist, or top with everything bagel seasoning. Roll thinly for maximum crisp.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 10 crackers
Calories: 150
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: sourdough discard, cheez its, crackers, cheese snacks, homemade crackers