Homemade Goldfish: Cheddar Crackers
These Homemade Goldfish Crackers are crispy, cheesy, and made with simple ingredients! Perfect as a kid-friendly snack, these bite-sized crackers have that classic cheddar flavor and are fun to make at home. 🧀
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Baking
Ingredients
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For the Goldfish Crackers:
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1–2 tbsp cold water (as needed)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Make the Dough:
- In a food processor, pulse together cheese, flour, butter, salt, and garlic powder until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add 1 tbsp cold water and pulse until the dough starts to come together. If too dry, add another ½ tbsp water at a time.
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Roll & Cut Shapes:
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to ⅛-inch thickness.
- Use a goldfish-shaped cookie cutter or small cutter to create shapes.
- Place crackers on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake the Crackers:
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until crackers are golden and crisp.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Notes
- For extra crunch, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- For different flavors, swap cheddar for Parmesan or white cheddar.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.