Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers
These homemade sourdough discard cheese crackers are thin, crispy, and packed with rich cheese flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they are a budget-friendly and zero-waste snack option. Perfect for cheese boards, dips, or healthy homemade snacking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed starter)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar works best)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon paprika or black pepper (optional)
- 2–3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (only if dough is too sticky)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sourdough discard, shredded cheese, melted butter, salt, and spices.
- Mix until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels too wet, add flour one tablespoon at a time.
- Cover the dough and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough very thin between two sheets of parchment paper.
- Transfer to the baking sheet and cut into cracker shapes using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden and crisp.
- Cool completely before serving crackers will crisp up more as they cool.
Notes
- Roll the dough as thin as possible for extra-crispy crackers.
- Baking time may vary depending on thickness.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- You can use parmesan, mozzarella, or a cheese blend for different flavors.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fiber: 1g