Here’s an easy, one-ingredient keto cheese cracker recipe that’s sure to become your new favorite low-carb snack in just 15 minutes! These crispy treats taste amazingly similar to Cheez-Its, and the best part? They’re made simply by baking sliced cheese in the oven—how brilliant is that!
Ingredients
- 8 oz thin-sliced cheddar cheese (or try Monterey Jack, Swiss, or white cheddar)
- Seasoning of choice (garlic powder, garlic salt, onion powder, everything bagel seasoning, or a splash of hot sauce, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and place the rack in the center.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cheese from sticking.
- Arrange the cheese slices in a single layer on the parchment paper, ensuring they’re spaced apart to prevent melting into each other. Sprinkle your preferred seasoning on top (or leave them plain for a simple snack).
- Bake for about 15 minutes, checking at 12 minutes. Once golden and crispy, remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes—they’ll continue to crisp up as they cool.
- Enjoy! Keep in mind, the baking time may vary depending on your oven, cheese thickness, and type.
Notes
- Always use parchment paper to avoid sticking—wax paper, foil, or bare baking sheets won’t work. Let the crackers cool for 5-10 minutes before removing them from the pan.
- The first time you bake them, keep a close eye on the crackers. Cooking time can vary based on cheese thickness and type.
- If some pieces are crispy while others aren’t, remove the finished ones and return the rest to the oven for a few extra minutes.
- If the cheese spreads into other pieces, don’t worry! Once baked, you can easily cut them into squares with a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
Air Fryer Method:
- Lay parchment paper at the bottom of the air fryer basket. Arrange the cheese slices so they don’t touch. Air fry at 320°F for 10 minutes, or until crispy.
