Homemade Cheez-Its (with Almond Flour)

Homemade Cheez-Its (with Almond Flour) are so quick to make and are the yummiest, cheesy snack! Made with just two main ingredients!

These Homemade Cheez-Its (with Almond Flour) are…

• Easy
• Quick
• Cheesy
• Egg-Free
• Gluten-Free
• Vegan-Friendly
• The best homemade snack!

Bites of Cheesy Goodness

Making your own Homemade Cheez-Its is a snap! All you need is almond flour and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix them up together, cut into squares, and bake – so easy! Anything else you add to the crackers will increase their flavor, such as nutritional yeast, dried herbs, and a sprinkle of salt. 

Almond flour is excellent for making gluten-free crackers! Though it tends to be more moist than regular flour, you can still achieve a crispy bake by lengthening the baking time and allowing the crackers to cool completely. Almond flour will give the crackers a slightly chewy texture which is delicious with the cheesy flavor!

Whip up a large batch of these Homemade Cheez-Its to snack on throughout the week! Store them in an airtight container, ideally in the fridge. They will last up to a week, but that’s only if they don’t get eaten up before then!

Ingredients for the Homemade Cheez-Its (with Almond Flour)

Almond Flour – Almond flour is an amazing gluten-free flour and a popular choice for baking among those with gluten-intolerance. It has a mellow nutty flavor and gives bakes a chewy texture. 

Cheddar Cheese (shredded) – Either a block of cheddar (shredded at home) or a bag of shreds will work in this recipe. If you are dairy-free, use a vegan cheddar cheese instead. 

Water – Water is needed to help the almond flour and cheddar cheese blend together more easily in the food processor.

Nutritional Yeast – Nutritional yeast is a dried yeast that is full of cheesy, umami flavors. It is also very high in certain nutrients and minerals! It adds a yummy complexity to the flavor profile of the Homemade Cheez-its.

Salt – Sprinkle salt the salt on top of the crackers rather than mix into the dough. This allows the saltiness to be more pronounced, like in the store-bought crackers. 

Variations of Homemade Cheez-Its (with Almond Flour)

Spicy: Add 1-2 teaspoons of red pepper chili flakes for a burst of heat in each bite!

Pizza: Add 1 teaspoon each of dried dill, oregano, and basil to make pizza crackers!

Diet compatibility and allergens

Diet	Recipe compatible as written?	Recommended substitutions
Keto	Yes.	N/A
Paleo	No.	N/A
Whole30	No.	N/A
Gluten-free	Yes.	N/A
Vegetarian	Yes.	N/A
Vegan	No.	Use dairy-free cheese.
Low sodium	No.	Eliminate salt.
Dairy-free	No.	Use dairy-free cheese.
Mediterranean	Yes.	N/A
Low FODMAP	Yes.	N/A
Atkins	Yes.	N/A

Allergen	Present in recipe?	Recommended substitutions
Milk	Yes.	Use dairy-free cheese.
Eggs	No.	N/A
Fish	No.	N/A
Shellfish	No.	N/A
Tree nuts	No.	N/A
Peanuts	No.	N/A
Wheat (Gluten)	No.	N/A
Soy	No.	N/A
Sesame	No.	N/A

How to Make Homemade Cheez-Its (with Almond Flour)

Step One: Add all ingredients into a food processor and blend thoroughly. 

Step Two: Pour dough onto a rectangle of parchment paper and place another piece of parchment paper on top. Using a rolling pin, flatten the dough into a rectangle shape.

Step Three: Once the dough is rolled out, use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into small squares. For a signature look, use a chopstick to press a small indent into the center of each cracker.

Step Four: Spread the crackers slightly apart, then bake for 18-20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely.

Step Five: Store crackers in an airtight jar for up to 1 week (if any last that long!). Enjoy!

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