Cottage Cheese Cheddar Cracker Shards — Zero-Flour Snap Crack

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190 °C) (190°C (375 °F)).

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cheese from sticking.

3. 3

   Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor and blend until mostly smooth. A few tiny curds are fine, but a smoother consistency yields a better cracker texture.

4. 4

   In a mixing bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and parmesan if using.

5. 5

   Stir the mixture until it is thick, cheesy, and evenly combined.

6. 6

   Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin, even layer, approximately 1/8 inch thick. Thinness is essential for achieving a crispy snap.

7. 7

   Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the edges are deep golden and the center feels firm rather than soft or jiggly.

   Start 35-minute timer
8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let the sheet cool completely on the pan for 15 to 20 minutes. The crackers will continue to crisp as they cool.

   Start 20-minute timer
9. 9

   Once fully cooled, break the sheet into rustic cracker shards of your desired size.

10. 10

    Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.