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Gluten-Free Cheez Its Copycat Recipe

Gluten-Free Cheez Its Copycat Recipe
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This Gluten-Free Cheez Its Copycat recipe delivers the classic cheesy, crispy snack you love without the gluten. Made with sharp cheddar cheese and a gluten-free flour blend, these homemade crackers are easy to prepare and perfect for snacking or entertaining. They bake up golden and crispy with the nostalgic flavor of the original Cheez Its and a hint of garlic powder for extra savory depth.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup old cheddar cheese (shredded and packed into the cup)
  • 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum
  • ½ tsp salt (plus extra for topping; add ⅛ tsp extra if using unsalted butter)
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder

Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup salted butter (cold and cubed)
  • 4–5 tbsp cold water

Instructions

  1. Mix the dough: Place shredded cheddar, gluten-free flour, salt, garlic powder, and cold cubed butter in a large bowl. Mix lightly with a fork, then use a pastry blender or your hands to cut the ingredients together until the butter breaks into small chunks evenly throughout the mixture. Work quickly to keep the dough cold. Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a cohesive ball. Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Prepare with food processor (optional): Alternatively, pulse all dry ingredients and butter in a food processor, adding cold water slowly until the dough forms a ball. Divide into two halves, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Roll out the dough: Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC). Lightly flour your countertop and rolling pin. Roll out one dough disc as thinly as possible without tearing, adding more flour if sticky. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut horizontal and vertical lines to create small squares.
  4. Shape crackers: Use a bench scraper to carefully lift the squares onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Space crackers so they don’t overlap. Use a chopstick or skewer to poke a small hole in the center of each square to replicate the classic Cheez It style. Sprinkle additional salt on top. Repeat rolling and cutting with the second disc.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes until the crackers are crisp and golden orange. Watch carefully during the last few minutes to prevent burning.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove crackers from oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely; they will crisp up as they cool. Enjoy your homemade gluten-free Cheez Its!

Notes

  • Ensure dough stays cold to achieve a flaky texture; work quickly when cutting in butter.
  • Using salted butter is recommended; if using unsalted, increase salt in dough by ⅛ tsp.
  • The hole in the center of each cracker is optional but adds the authentic Cheez It appearance.
  • Store baked crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
  • For extra flavor, dust crackers lightly with smoked paprika or cayenne before baking.

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