Spicy Cheese Crackers

Name: Spicy Cheese Crackers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 dozen
Ingredients: 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste; ½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste; ½ teaspoon salt; 3 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or more to taste; 2 cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)

Rating: 4.3 stars

10 Ratings
10 Reviews
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My mom made this for a couple of decades; now, it's my turn. These are highly addictive and make a great food gift.

By CH_ELMORE

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

15 mins

total:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

2 dozen

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 24 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
½ teaspoon salt
3 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or more to taste
2 cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Step 2

Whip Cheddar cheese and softened butter together in a large bowl using an electric hand mixer until smooth. Beat 1/2 cup flour into the cheese mixture at a time, assuring each addition is incorporated fully before adding the next. Add cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and hot pepper sauce; beat to incorporate.
Step 3

Use a wooden spoon to fold the cereal into the cheese mixture; shape into 1-inch balls and arrange onto a baking sheet. Use the back of a spoon to flatten the balls slightly.
Step 4

Bake in preheated oven until set but not yet browning, 15 to 17 minutes. Let crackers cool on pans for 1 minute before transferring to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

Cook's Note:

Omit cayenne pepper and hot sauce for those who don't like the heat.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

151 calories; protein 3.9g; carbohydrates 8.2g; fat 11.6g; cholesterol 32.4mg; sodium 139.6mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (10)

Most helpful positive review

Cindy Shepard

12/01/2014

My mom made these for our reception when we got married 14 years ago. I've since made them and they are a crowd pleaser. I add a little extra cayenne pepper as I like them a little spicier. They make a good Christmas gift packaged in a decorative tin or jar. Read More

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(3)

Most helpful critical review

It's A New Day

04/27/2015

These are good they do need some sort of heat (I used red pepper flakes). But they do not stay together AT ALL. And the Rice Krispies are hard little nuggets in the otherwise soft crumbs. Read More

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(1)

10 Ratings

5 star values: 6
4 star values: 1
3 star values: 3
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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Cindy Shepard

12/01/2014

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LBLFM

12/08/2014

I made this recipe exactly as written. Although the flavor was good they turned out so crumbly as to be nothing like a cracker. I guess they'll make a good casserole topper. Very disappointed. Read More

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(1)

It's A New Day

04/27/2015

These are good they do need some sort of heat (I used red pepper flakes). But they do not stay together AT ALL. And the Rice Krispies are hard little nuggets in the otherwise soft crumbs. Read More

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(1)

deborah1118

12/04/2014

Don't make these unless you are ready to give them as gifts or eat them all! These are terrific. I'll make some changes in my next batch ... maybe more cheese, a little less flour (a little crumbly) but make no mistake these are the bomb .... Perhaps think perfect with the perfect martini? Don't skimp on the hot stuff..it makes all the difference in the world ! Read More

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HappySam

07/27/2016

So great!!!! I used salted butter and cut back the amount a smidge. Let chill in the fridge as a log and cut up into disks which I fried lightly on each side. Heaven. Read More

Captains_Wife

12/02/2018

I had no trouble with these being too crumbly as I made sure the butter was softened ALMOST but not quite to the point of melting. Don t be afraid of the cayenne pepper I used a bit less than the 1/2 tsp - wished I had used the full 1/2 tsp. Will definitely make again. Read More

Shelley Merryfield

03/26/2016

Extra spice is a good idea. I used Ancho Chile Powder. Not sure the rice crispies stay crisp. Might try chopped pecans and see how that works. Great flavor though! Read More

hawaiitude

12/13/2018

I always appreciate a cheese straw type snack around the holidays and made these this year because the Krispies sound good. Disappointed. I followed the recipe except for about 1 1/2 tablespoons more shortening than called for. My crackers came out WAY too delicate. I will go back to a traditional rolled and cut cheese cracker in the future. Read More

Pat Bender

10/22/2016

This is the best cheese cracker recipe I have used ever! These come out just like the picture and are crispy and cheesy. You can't tell there are Rice Krispies in it but that's what keeps it light and crisp. I would recommend a little more red pepper added. They came up in one piece and last. Read More

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Spicy Cheese Crackers

Servings Per Recipe: 24
Calories: 151.4

% Daily Value *

protein: 8 %

carbohydrates: 3 %

dietary fiber: 1 %

sugars:

fat: 18 %

saturated fat: 37 %

cholesterol: 11 %

vitamin a iu: 9 %

niacin equivalents: 15 %

vitamin b6: 4 %

vitamin c: 3 %

folate: 8 %

calcium: 9 %

iron: 7 %

magnesium: 2 %

potassium: 1 %

sodium: 6 %

thiamin: 11 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Cindy Shepard

12/01/2014

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LBLFM

12/08/2014

I made this recipe exactly as written. Although the flavor was good they turned out so crumbly as to be nothing like a cracker. I guess they'll make a good casserole topper. Very disappointed.

Helpful

(1)

It's A New Day

04/27/2015

These are good they do need some sort of heat (I used red pepper flakes). But they do not stay together AT ALL. And the Rice Krispies are hard little nuggets in the otherwise soft crumbs.

Helpful

(1)

deborah1118

12/04/2014

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(1)

HappySam

07/27/2016

So great!!!! I used salted butter and cut back the amount a smidge. Let chill in the fridge as a log and cut up into disks which I fried lightly on each side. Heaven.

Captains_Wife

12/02/2018

Shelley Merryfield

03/26/2016

Extra spice is a good idea. I used Ancho Chile Powder. Not sure the rice crispies stay crisp. Might try chopped pecans and see how that works. Great flavor though!

hawaiitude

12/13/2018

Pat Bender

10/22/2016

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