Cheddar with Whole-Grain Crackers

Name: Cheddar with Whole-Grain Crackers
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 24 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 1.25 cup whole wheat flour; 0.25 cup oat flour (or rolled oats finely ground); 2 tbsp flaxseed meal; 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 0.25 tsp salt; 1 pinch garlic powder; 3 tbsp butter (cold, cubed); 4 tbsp water (ice cold); 200 g cheddar cheese (sharp, block form)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Crunchy, nutty whole-grain crackers paired with sharp cheddar cheese. The dough comes together in minutes with pantry staples and bakes into golden, crisp squares with a satisfying snap. A timeless snack that feels rustic and homemade, perfect for cheese boards or an afternoon pick-me-up.

PREP

15m

COOK

SERVES

1 PIECE

76 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 24 servings

1.25 cupwhole wheat flour¼ cupoat flour · or rolled oats finely ground2 tbspflaxseed meal1 tbspsesame seeds¼ tspsalt1 pinchgarlic powder3 tbspbutter · cold, cubed4 tbspwater · ice cold200 gcheddar cheese · sharp, block form

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

CALORIES · 1 PIECE

Protein3g · 16%

Carbs6g · 32%

Fat5g · 59%

Fiber1g

Sugar0g

Saturated fat3g

Cholesterol13mg

Sodium90mg

Potassium41mg

Phosphorus79mg

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METHOD · 8 STEPS

prep
Preheat the oven and prep the baking sheet.
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or leave it ungreased.
mix
Mix the dry ingredients.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, oat flour, flaxseed meal, sesame seeds, salt, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
mix
Cut in the butter.
Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
TIPCold butter is essential for a flaky, crisp cracker.
mix
Form the dough.
Drizzle in ice water one tablespoon at a time, stirring with a fork after each addition. The dough should come together when pressed. Gather it into a ball.
TIPAdd water slowly – too much makes the crackers tough.
prep
Roll out the cracker dough.
1.Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
2.Roll it out as evenly as possible to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
3.Peel off the top parchment paper.
4.Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, score the dough into squares or rectangles.
TIPRolling between parchment prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy.
bake · ~18 min
Bake the crackers until golden and crisp.
Transfer the scored dough on the parchment to the baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through, until the edges are deeply golden and the crackers feel firm.
TIPCheck at 15 minutes — thinner edges can burn quickly.
rest · ~15 min
Cool the crackers completely.
Remove the tray from the oven. Let the crackers cool entirely on the tray — they will continue to crisp as they cool. Break them apart along the score lines.
assemble
Slice the cheddar and build the snack board.
Slice the block of sharp cheddar into thin slabs or wedges. Arrange the cheese alongside the cooled whole-grain crackers on a serving board.
TIPLet the cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving — the flavor deepens.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use a pizza cutter or fluted pastry wheel to score the dough for clean, even edges.
2
Prick each cracker with a fork before baking to prevent air bubbles from forming.
3
For extra nutty flavor, toast the sesame seeds lightly before adding them to the dough.
4
Cool the crackers completely on the baking sheet — they become crisp only as they cool.
5
Store baked crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days; refresh in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
6
Slice the cheddar just before serving to keep it from drying out.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

Spiced Up

Spiced-Up

Add 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients for a subtle smoky or spicy kick that complements the sharp cheddar.

Seed Swap

Replace the sesame seeds with an equal amount of poppy seeds, caraway seeds, or black sesame seeds for a different flavor and visual appeal.

Herb Infusion

Mix in 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary or thyme with the dry ingredients for an aromatic, savory cracker that pairs beautifully with any cheese.

Alternative Cheese Pairing

Instead of cheddar, serve the crackers with aged Gouda, Manchego, or a creamy blue cheese for a completely different flavor profile.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Why this is on our healthy list.

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Good Source of Fiber

Whole wheat flour, oat flour, and flaxseed meal collectively provide dietary fiber, which supports healthy digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

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