Hi friends! If you love cheese and peanut butter, this fun snack is just for you. I call them Cheese Crackers with Peanut Butter they’re crunchy, cheesy, and super tasty! These little bites are made with just a few ingredients, and guess what? They’re packed with protein and fiber too, thanks to the chickpeas. You can dip them in peanut butter or even make little cracker sandwiches. Yum!
This is one of my favorite snacks to make when I want something salty, crunchy, and a little bit creamy. And it’s all done in just one food processor and a baking tray easy-peasy! Let’s get cooking.
Method
Preheating the Oven and Tray
Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). While the oven heats up, place a large baking tray inside. This step is super important the hot tray helps the crackers get nice and crispy. We want it piping hot when it’s time to bake, so don’t skip this part!
Making the Dough
Next, grab your food processor. Add in your drained and rinsed chickpeas, grated cheddar cheese, oil, salt, and if you like a bit more flavor, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder. Blend everything together until the mixture becomes smooth and sticky, like dough. You may need to scrape down the sides a couple of times. The dough should hold together when pressed this means it’s ready to roll.
Rolling Out the Dough
Now it’s time to shape the dough. Tear off two large pieces of baking paper. Lay one on your counter and place the dough on top. Flatten it a little with your hands. Then, place the second sheet of baking paper over the dough. Using a rolling pin or even a strong glass, roll the dough out between the two sheets. Try to roll it as thin as you can the thinner it is, the crispier your crackers will be once baked.
Cutting the Crackers
Once your dough is rolled thin, carefully peel off the top layer of baking paper. Using a knife, cut the dough into small square shapes. You can make them as big or small as you like, but bite-sized squares work best. For a fun touch, use a toothpick to poke a tiny hole in the center of each square this makes them look more like store-bought crackers!
Transferring to the Baking Tray
Here comes the slightly tricky part: moving your dough to the hot tray. Keep the cut dough on the bottom baking paper sheet, and gently lift the whole thing. Place it carefully onto the hot baking tray in the oven. Be gentle so the squares don’t slide around or break.
Baking the Crackers
Bake your crackers for 15 minutes at 180°C (350°F). If you rolled the dough thicker in some places, those areas might need a little more time, so keep an eye on them. You want the edges to turn golden and the centers to firm up.
Cooling for Extra Crunch
After baking, turn off the oven but don’t take the crackers out yet. Leave the oven door open and let the crackers cool inside the oven. This step helps them become even crispier without overbaking. Once they’ve cooled down and firmed up, they’re ready to eat!
🧰 Necessary Tools
- Food processor
- Rolling pin (or a sturdy glass!)
- Baking tray
- Baking paper (2 large sheets)
- Knife
- Spoon or spatula
- Toothpick (for fun designs)
🧀 Cheese Crackers with Peanut Butter – Crunchy, Cheesy, and Full of Protein!
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy4
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minutesIngredients
1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
60g cheddar cheese (grated – I use extra mature cheddar)
1 tbsp oil (olive oil or any light cooking oil)
Salt to taste
½ tsp garlic powder (optional, but tasty!)
Peanut butter (for dipping or spreading)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place your large baking tray inside the oven to heat up it should be piping hot when you use it later.
- Add the chickpeas, cheddar, oil, salt, and garlic powder (if using) into a food processor. Blend until smooth and doughy.
- Place a sheet of baking paper on the counter. Put the dough on it, flatten it a little, then lay another sheet of baking paper on top.
- Roll out the dough between the papers until it’s very thin. The thinner, the crunchier!
- Remove the top paper and cut the dough into small squares using a knife. If you want to be extra fancy, poke a little hole in each cracker with a toothpick.
- Carefully move the whole sheet of dough (with the bottom baking paper) onto your hot baking tray.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Keep an eye on it! If your crackers are thick, they may need a bit more time.
- After baking, turn off the oven but leave the crackers inside with the door open to cool. This helps them get even crunchier!
Notes
- Make sure the dough is rolled very thin thick crackers won’t be as crunchy.
- Don’t forget to heat the baking tray. It helps the crackers cook evenly and get crispy.
- If you store leftovers, they may get soft. You can pop them into an air fryer or oven for 1–2 minutes to bring back the crunch.
- Be gentle when moving the rolled dough onto the baking tray to keep the squares from breaking.
🍴 Serving Suggestions
- Dip them into peanut butter for a sweet-and-savory twist.
- Make mini cracker sandwiches with a bit of peanut butter in between.
- Pack them in lunchboxes for a fun school snack.
- Serve with apple slices and grapes for a yummy snack plate.
🎉 Fun Fact
Did you know chickpeas are also called garbanzo beans? They’ve been used in cooking for thousands of years and are full of protein and fiber. So you’re not just eating something tasty you’re eating something healthy too!
✅ Conclusion
These Cheese Crackers with Peanut Butter are such a fun, crunchy snack. They’re easy to make, full of flavor, and a little bit fancy too. I love how the salty cheese goes so well with creamy peanut butter it’s like a party in your mouth! Try making them today and enjoy every bite, fresh and warm from the oven.
