Homemade Goldfish Crackers Recipe

a close up of homemade goldfish crackers in a white little bowl

Homemade Goldfish Crackers Recipe

Homemade Goldfish Crackers have a cheesy and wholesome flavor. This recipe is a nice alternative to the processed Pepperidge Farms crackers. And they are super easy to make!

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword baked crackers, cheese crackers, homemade crackers

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings goldfish crackers

Calories 9kcal

Equipment

food processor

Ingredients

1½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
4 tbsp unsalted butter softened
½ tsp salt
½ tsp paprika optional
⅛ tsp garlic powder I used Costco Granulated California Garlic
½ cup flour
¼ cup cornstarch
1-2 tbsp cold water If your dough is dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time.

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, softened butter, salt, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Add Flour: In a medium-sized bowl, mix the flour and cornstarch together. Gradually add this flour mixture to the cheese mixture. Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry and crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoons of cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
Roll Out Dough: Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it to about 1/8 inch thick. If the dough is sticky, place it between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out.
Cut Out Shapes: Cut out the crackers with a small fish-shaped cookie cutter. Place the cut-out crackers onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each cracker.
Bake: Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown around the edges.
Cool: Allow the crackers to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The crackers will continue to crisp up as they cool.
Serve: Once cooled, store the cheese goldfish crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy them as a tasty snack!

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