home search glass cart save
more
Pecan Cheddar Crackers

10 INGREDIENTS • 9 STEPS • 4HRS 35MINS

Pecan Cheddar Crackers

Recipe

4.3

3 ratings
It should be no surprise that these pecan cheddar crackers are absolutely addictive. This recipe requires a 7 cup or greater food processor. Yields 120 crackers. Adapted from Gourmet, January 2006.
Add to plan
It should be no surprise that these pecan cheddar crackers are absolutely addictive. This recipe requires a 7 cup or greater food processor. Yields 120 crackers. Adapted from Gourmet, January 2006.
author_avatar
Garlic & Zest
Whether you hunger for healthy, fresh fare, or char-grilled "man-food", light sweets or decadent treats -- you'll find those here. Satisfying food.
http://www.garlicandzest.com

4HRS 35MINS

Total Time

$0.96

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings
12
us / metric
Unsalted Butter
2 sticks
Unsalted Butter
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
455 g
Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated
Egg
1
Large Egg, separated
yolk only
Dijon Mustard
3 Tbsp
Dijon Mustard
Dry Mustard
2 Tbsp
Dry Mustard
Mustard Seeds
4 Tbsp
Mustard Seeds
Salt
2 tsp
Salt
Cayenne Pepper
1/2 tsp
Cayenne Pepper
All-Purpose Flour
250 g
All-Purpose Flour
Pecans
50 g
Pecans

Nutrition Per Serving

VIEW ALL
Calories
422
Fat
30.6 g
Protein
12.3 g
Carbs
18.7 g
Add to plan
author_avatar
Garlic & Zest
Whether you hunger for healthy, fresh fare, or char-grilled "man-food", light sweets or decadent treats -- you'll find those here. Satisfying food.
http://www.garlicandzest.com

Cooking Instructions

Hide images
step 1
Blend together the Unsalted Butter (2 sticks), Sharp Cheddar Cheese (455 g), and Egg (1) in the food processor until smooth.
step 1 Blend together the Unsalted Butter (2 sticks), Sharp Cheddar Cheese (455 g), and Egg (1) in the food processor until smooth.
step 2
Combine the Dijon Mustard (3 Tbsp), Dry Mustard (2 Tbsp) and Mustard Seeds (4 Tbsp) in a small bowl and stir. Add to the butter mixture.
step 2 Combine the Dijon Mustard (3 Tbsp), Dry Mustard (2 Tbsp) and Mustard Seeds (4 Tbsp) in a small bowl and stir. Add to the butter mixture.
step 3
Combine the Salt (2 tsp), Cayenne Pepper (1/2 tsp) and All-Purpose Flour (250 g) in a bowl and whisk to combine. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Put the lid on the food processor and pulse until a soft dough forms.
step 3 Combine the Salt (2 tsp), Cayenne Pepper (1/2 tsp) and All-Purpose Flour (250 g) in a bowl and whisk to combine. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Put the lid on the food processor and pulse until a soft dough forms.
step 4
Add the Pecans (50 g) and pulse 2-3 more times until combined. Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes.
step 4 Add the Pecans (50 g) and pulse 2-3 more times until combined. Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes.
step 5
Divide the dough into equal portions (2, 3, or 4). Shape and roll the dough into 10" logs. Roll the dough in wax or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm before continuing.
step 5 Divide the dough into equal portions (2, 3, or 4). Shape and roll the dough into 10" logs. Roll the dough in wax or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm before continuing.
step 6
Position oven racks in upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
step 7
Unwrap logs and cut into slices with a very sharp knife into 1/8" thick rounds. Arrange 1" apart on the baking sheet.
step 7 Unwrap logs and cut into slices with a very sharp knife into 1/8" thick rounds. Arrange 1" apart on the baking sheet.
step 8
Bake in batches, switching positions of the pans halfway through the baking process. Cook a total of 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. Transfer crackers to racks to cool.
step 8 Bake in batches, switching positions of the pans halfway through the baking process. Cook a total of 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. Transfer crackers to racks to cool.
step 9
Store crackers in an airtight container for up to a week.
step 9 Store crackers in an airtight container for up to a week.
0 Saved
top
Version v3.130.2