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Finished Rolled Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers

Rolled Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers

Sharp, cheesy sourdough discard crackers that put fridge starter to good use. A homemade stand-in for the boxed crackers you grew up on.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Rest Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 6 minutes
Servings: 60 crackers
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 27
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 240 g (1 cup) sourdough discard
  • 113 g (1 cup) sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
  • 57 g (4 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
  • 120 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour
  • 3 g (½ tsp) salt
  • 1 g (¼ tsp) garlic powder
  • 1 g (¼ tsp) smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Pizza Cutter
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Beat the softened butter and shredded cheddar together until well combined.
  2. Mix in the sourdough discard until smooth.
  3. Add the flour, salt, garlic powder, and paprika, and mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Shape into a disc, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Roll out to about 1/8 inch thick on a floured surface and cut into roughly 2-inch squares. Poke each one once with a fork.
  6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 14 to 18 minutes, until golden and firm. Cool completely on the pan before storing.

Video

Notes

If you want these extra sharp, add a couple tablespoons of finely grated Parmesan along with the cheddar. It pushes the flavor closer to the boxed version people grew up on. Pepper jack in place of the cheddar makes a spicier version.