Save Celebrate the season with these elegant snowflake cutout crackers—crispy, buttery, and perfectly shaped to add festive charm to any holiday cheese board. Crafted with simple ingredients and a touch of sophisticated flavorings, these gourmet crackers bring a delightful crunch that complements fine cheeses and spreads, making your gatherings truly memorable.
Save These crackers are more than just a snack—they're an invitation to gather, celebrate, and savor the little moments. Whether paired with tangy chutneys or wrapped in creamy triple-cream cheeses, they offer a refined treat that appeals to vegetarians and food lovers alike.
Ingredients
- Dough
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) cold water
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Flavorings (choose or mix as desired)
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp dried rosemary, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 oz (60 g) finely grated aged cheddar (optional)
- Topping
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
- Sesame seeds or poppy seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and chosen flavorings or cheese.
- Incorporate butter
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add water and form dough
- Gradually drizzle in cold water, mixing just until dough comes together. Do not overwork.
- Roll dough
- Divide dough into two portions. Roll out each on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness.
- Cut crackers
- Using snowflake-shaped cookie cutters, cut out crackers and transfer to prepared baking sheets. Gather scraps, reroll, and cut additional crackers.
- Apply toppings
- Brush lightly with beaten egg. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and seeds, if using.
- Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Rotate sheets halfway through baking for even browning.
- Cool and serve
- Cool completely on wire racks. Arrange on a serving board with cheeses, fruits, and spreads.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Für ein perfektes Backergebnis empfiehlt es sich, den Teig nicht zu stark zu bearbeiten, um zarte, knusprige Cracker zu erhalten. Rollen Sie den Teig auf ca. 3 mm Dicke aus und verwenden Sie frische, kalte Zutaten für besseren Geschmack und Struktur.
Varianten und Anpassungen
Experimentieren Sie mit zusätzlichen Aromen wie Parmesan, Zaatar oder getrocknetem Thymian, um den Crackern eine individuelle Note zu verleihen. Optional können Sie auch fein geriebenen Käse für eine würzige Variante hinzufügen.
Serviervorschläge
Diese Schneeflocken-Cracker sind der perfekte Begleiter zu Triple-Cream-Käse, herzhaften Chutneys und prickelndem Wein. Servieren Sie sie auf einem schönen Brett mit frischem Obst und verschiedenen Aufstrichen für ein elegantes Aperitif-Erlebnis.
Save Ob für festliche Anlässe oder als raffinierter Snack zwischendurch – diese snowflake crackers sind ein vielseitiger Genuss, der Ihre Gäste begeistern wird. Mit etwas Liebe und Sorgfalt zubereitet, bringen sie festlichen Zauber und anspruchsvollen Geschmack auf Ihren Tisch.
Recipe FAQs
- → What flour works best for these crackers?
All-purpose flour provides the ideal structure for a crisp, tender texture while allowing easy rolling and cutting.
- → Can I substitute the butter?
Unsalted cold butter is preferred for flaky layers and a rich flavor, but chilled margarine may be used with slight texture differences.
- → How thin should I roll the dough?
Roll dough to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick for optimal crispness and even baking of the snowflake shapes.
- → What are good flavoring options?
Freshly ground black pepper, rosemary, smoked paprika, or grated aged cheddar add layers of savory notes without overpowering.
- → How should I store leftover crackers?
Store cooled crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain crispness.
- → Can these crackers accommodate seed toppings?
Yes, sprinkling sesame or poppy seeds before baking adds texture and visual appeal, but check for seed allergies.