Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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30
servings
2 cup

flour, all-purpose

3 tsp

baking powder

1 tbsp

sugar

0.5 tsp

salt

6 tbsp

butter, unsalted, cold

3 tbsp

butter, unsalted, melted

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

0.67 cup

water

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 F.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a food processor.

Step 3
~3 min

Pulse to combine.

Step 4
~3 min

Add cold butter in small pats, pulsing to combine after each addition.

Key Technique: Pulsing
Step 5
~3 min

Add vegetable oil and pulse to combine.

Step 6
~3 min

Add water gradually, pulsing after each addition until the dough forms a ball.

Key Technique: Pulsing
Step 7
~3 min

Roll the dough out thinly.

Step 8
~3 min

Cut out shapes using cookie cutters.

Step 9
~3 min

Poke holes in the dough.

Step 10
~3 min

Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 11
~3 min

Melt remaining butter and mix in remaining salt.

Step 12
~3 min

Brush baked crackers with the salty butter immediately after removing them from the oven.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use brown butter.

Add herbs or spices to the dough for variations.

Adjust the amount of salt to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cheese, dips, or spreads.

Enjoy as a snack on their own.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheese platter
Hummus
Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular snack food in America.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Snack time
Parties
Holidays

Popularity Score

70/100