Zesty Taco Crackers (Printable Version)

Crunchy, zesty squares with chili, cumin, and smoky spices. Ideal for gatherings or everyday munching.

# What You 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:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk flour, cornmeal, baking powder, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in large bowl.
03 - Add olive oil and water to dry mixture. Mix until dough forms. Add additional water if dough is too dry.
04 - On lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-inch thickness.
05 - Cut dough into 1-inch squares using knife or pizza cutter, or use small cookie cutter for desired shapes.
06 - Transfer crackers to prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and dried oregano if desired.
07 - Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Store in airtight container for up to one week.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • They're honestly addictive in that way where you reach for one and suddenly half are gone
  • The spice blend hits that perfect taco spot without being overwhelming
  • Mixing up a batch takes literally minutes and your house will smell incredible
02 -
  • The thinner you roll the dough, the crunchier your crackers will be, but don't go paper thin or they'll burn
  • Let them cool completely on the baking sheet before moving them or they might still be soft in the middle
  • If they're not crispy after cooling, pop them back in for another 2 to 3 minutes
03 -
  • Use a pizza cutter to make perfect squares quickly and efficiently
  • If the dough springs back while rolling, let it rest for 5 minutes and try again

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