Zesty Taco Crackers (Printable)
Spicy, crunchy homemade crackers with taco seasoning flavors. Easy to make and perfect for snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup fine cornmeal
03 - 1 tsp baking powder
04 - 1 tsp chili powder
05 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1/4 tsp onion powder
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - 1/4 cup olive oil
11 - 1/3 cup water
→ Topping
12 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
13 - 1 tbsp dried oregano
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt until well blended.
03 - Add olive oil and water to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms. Add additional water one teaspoon at a time if dough appears too dry or crumbly.
04 - Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour. Roll out dough to approximately 1/8-inch thickness, ensuring even consistency throughout.
05 - Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice dough into 1-inch squares. Alternatively, use small cookie cutters to create desired shapes.
06 - Transfer cut crackers to the prepared baking sheet, leaving slight space between pieces. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese and dried oregano if desired.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crackers develop a golden color and achieve crisp texture. Remove from oven and allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack for complete cooling.
08 - Keep cooled crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain optimal crunchiness.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- They disappear faster than you can bake them, so you might want to double the batch
- The spice blend hits that perfect taco spot without being overwhelming
02 -
- Rolling the dough too thick will give you bread-like squares instead of crunchy crackers
- They continue crisping as they cool, so do not worry if they feel slightly soft right out of the oven
03 -
- Use a ruler to get perfectly even squares, or embrace the rustic look of varied shapes
- The cheese topping creates the most beautiful golden spots, so do not be shy with it