Zesty Taco Crackers (Printable)
Crispy homemade crackers spiced with taco seasonings including chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika for a zesty Tex-Mex snack.
# 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
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat the 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.
03 - Add the olive oil and water to the dry mixture. Mix until a dough forms. Add a little more water if the dough is too dry.
04 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
05 - Using a knife or a pizza cutter, cut the dough into 1-inch squares, or use a small cookie cutter for desired shapes.
06 - Transfer crackers to the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and dried oregano if using.
07 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Theyre shockingly simple but taste like something from a fancy snack aisle
- The spice blend hits that perfect taco craving without being overwhelming
- You probably have everything in your pantry right now
02 -
- Rolling the dough evenly is the difference between perfectly crisp and frustratingly soft spots
- They continue crisping as they cool, so do not be tempted to leave them in longer
- The dough keeps in the fridge for two days if you want to bake fresh batches
03 -
- Letting the dough rest for 10 minutes before rolling makes it much easier to work with
- If the crackers seem soft after baking, pop them back in for 2 more minutes