Zesty Taco Crackers (Print)
Crispy homemade crackers seasoned with chili, cumin, and smoked paprika for authentic taco taste. Easy to make and perfect for sharing.
# Ingredient list:
→ 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
# Directions:
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 until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add olive oil and water to the dry mixture. Mix until a dough forms. Add additional water 1 teaspoon at a time if dough is too dry to hold together.
04 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness using a rolling pin.
05 - Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 1-inch squares or use small cookie cutters for desired shapes.
06 - Transfer crackers to the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese and dried oregano if using.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown 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 Tips:
01 -
- They disappear faster than you can bake them
- The spice blend hits every comfort craving
02 -
- Rolling too thick results in gummy centers instead of crunch
- The crackers get crispier as they cool, so do not judge by straight from oven texture
03 -
- Use a pizza cutter with ruler edge for uniform squares
- Double the spice blend and store extra for future batches