Cheez-It
Cheez-It is a popular cheese cracker snack made by the Kellogg Company. It was introduced in 1921 by the Green & Green Company in Dayton, Ohio. The company was later acquired by Sunshine Biscuits in 1931, which was then acquired by Keebler Company in 1996. Kellogg acquired Keebler in 2001, and Cheez-It became one of its recognized brands.
Cheez-It crackers are made from wheat flour, vegetable oil, cheese made with skim milk, salt, and paprika. The crackers are baked rather than fried, giving them a crispy texture. Cheez-It comes in various flavors including original, white cheddar, hot & spicy, and extra toasty.
Cheez-It crackers have become a popular snack enjoyed by people of all ages. They are often eaten on their own as a convenient and tasty snack, but they can also be used in recipes for casseroles, soups, and other dishes.
In recent years, Cheez-It has introduced several variations of the original cracker, including Cheez-It Grooves (a cracker chip hybrid) and Cheez-It Snap’d (a thin and crisp version of the cracker). These variations have expanded the brand's appeal to a wider audience.
Cheez-It has remained a popular snack choice for over 100 years and has solidified its place in American snack food culture. Its distinctive cheese flavor and crunchy texture have made it a favorite among consumers looking for a satisfying and flavorful snack option.
Ingredients
Enriched flour, vegetable oil, cheese made with skim milk, salt, paprika, yeast, paprika oleoresin, annatto extract, soy lecithin
Recipe
Homemade Cheez-It-Style Crackers
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2–4 tablespoons cold water
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the flour, cheddar cheese, butter, salt, and paprika in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
- Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough comes together.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Form it into a disk, wrap it, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough to about â…› inch (3 mm) thick.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch squares. Use a toothpick or skewer to make a small hole in the center of each square.
- Place the squares on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crackers are crisp and lightly browned at the edges.
- Cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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