Super flaky, perfectly salted, and extra cheesy, homemade Sourdough Goldfish Crackers are your next favorite grab-and-go snack! Made with sourdough discard, these sourdough crackers are a breeze to create and so cheesy that you just might never buy a bag from the store again!
If you’re tired of the same old store-bought crackers and looking to elevate your snack game, these Sourdough Goldfish Crackers are a game-changer! The best part? These crispy treats are incredibly easy to make and a great way to put that sourdough discard to good use.
Imagine the perfect movie night or a surprise addition to your kid’s school lunchbox—enter these irresistible sourdough cheddar crackers. Day made!
Forget the blandness of store crackers; these homemade wonders burst with a cheesy flavor and make you undoubtedly grab them by the handfuls!
The beauty of Sourdough Goldfish Crackers lies not only in their flavor but also in their versatility. Whether you’re hosting a movie night at home or preparing school lunches, these crackers are the ideal companions. Spruce up your snacking routine and experience the joy of crafting your own crunchy delights, perfectly tailored to your taste.
Sourdough Goldfish Crackers are a flavorful twist that your taste buds will thank you for, without the added junk from those from the grocery store. Get ready to embark on a journey of cheesy goodness and discover a new favorite snack that outshines the rest!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Easy
Add all of the ingredients to a food processor and mix! After a quick chill in the fridge, roll out the dough, stamp it into snackable fish-sized crackers, and bake. It’s that simple to make homemade crackers!
Healthy Snack
Store-bought goldfish crackers are packed full of unnecessary ingredients, but this recipe is made with just 7 simple ingredients. A perfectly healthy and delicious alternative for your family.
Waste Reducer
If you’re like me, I hate wasting my sourdough starter, so I’m always looking for alternative ways to incorporate sourdough discard into family favorite recipes. From Sourdough Graham Crackers to Sourdough Corn Dogs and to these homemade goldfish crackers, every bit is put to great use in these sourdough recipes!
Ingredients
Cheddar Cheese – For an extra cheesy bite, use sharp cheddar cheese! But feel free to add a variety of cheeses to the mix, such as parmesan cheese or asiago cheese. You’ll also want to use fresh cheese for the best flavor.
Flour– I used all-purpose flour for this recipe.
Seasonings – Garlic powder, onion powder, and kosher salt give these crunchy crackers the perfect flavor!
Butter – Be sure to use room-temperature butter for easy mixing.
Sourdough Starter – You can use an active sourdough starter or sourdough discard for this recipe.
Supplies
Plastic Wrap
Rolling Pin
Wire Rack
How to Make Sourdough Goldfish Crackers
To a bowl of a food processor, add the cheese, flour, seasonings, butter, and active starter or discarded starter. Mix the ingredients until a soft dough forms. If the dough isn’t forming after a minute of mixing, add 1-2 T of cold water.
Once the dough ball forms, remove the cracker dough from the food processor and shape it into a flat disc. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour in the fridge or up to 2 days for a stronger flavor.
When ready, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with a sheet of parchment paper. Allow the dough to rest for 20 minutes at room temperature for easy rolling.
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangular shape that’s 1/8 of an inch thick. You can use this goldfish cutter for the perfect shape or use a pizza cutter, sharp knife, or small cookie cutter to cut the crackers into your desired shape. Be sure to keep the crackers similar in sizing for even baking.
Continue to re-roll the remaining dough until all of the crackers are stamped/cut. You will most likely need to bake in batches.
Gently use your fingers to pop out the goldfish crackers from the cookie cutter. Place the shaped cracker dough on the prepared baking sheet. Use a toothpick to poke an eye on each cracker, if desired. Sprinkle the dough with flaky sea salt and bake the crackers for 15-20 minutes or until they’re golden brown.
Remove the crackers from the oven and cool slightly on a wire rack.
How to Store
Store these Sourdough Goldfish Crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
FAQs:
Do I need special cookie cutters to make this recipe?
It is not necessary to have goldfish cookie cutters before you can enjoy this delicious recipe! Instead, slice the dough into even square pieces.
Can I add additional herbs or spices to the cracker dough?
Absolutely! This sourdough discard recipe is customizable! Experiment by adding fresh or dried herbs, like fresh rosemary! Or add ground turmeric or paprika for a more vibrant color.
Happy snacking!
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Homemade Sourdough Goldfish Crackers Recipe
Super flaky, perfectly salted, and extra cheesy, homemade Sourdough Goldfish Crackers are your next favorite grab-and-go snack! Made with sourdough discard, these sourdough crackers are a breeze to create and so cheesy that you just might never buy a bag from the store again!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (225g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (1g)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (1g)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt (3g)
- 6 Tablespoons room-temperature butter (85g)
- 1/3 cup unfed sourdough starter, discard (100g)
Instructions
1. To a bowl of a food processor, add 8 oz shredded cheese, 1 c flour, 1/4 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 3/4 tsp salt, 6 T room-temperature butter, and 1/3 c active starter or discarded starter. Mix the ingredients until a soft dough forms. If the dough isn't forming after a minute of mixing, add 1-2 T of cold water.
2. Once the dough ball forms, remove the cracker dough from the food processor and shape it into a flat disc. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour in the fridge or up to 2 days for a stronger flavor.
3. When ready, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with a sheet of parchment paper. Allow the dough to rest for 20 minutes at room temperature for easy rolling.
4. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a large rectangular shape that's 1/8 of an inch thick. You can use this goldfish cutter for the perfect shape or use a pizza cutter, sharp knife, or small cookie cutter to cut the crackers into your desired shape. Be sure to keep the crackers similar in sizing for even baking.
5. Continue to re-roll the remaining dough until all of the crackers are stamped/cut. You will most likely need to bake in batches.
6. Gently use your fingers to pop out the goldfish crackers from the cookie cutter. Place the shaped cracker dough on the prepared baking sheet. Use a toothpick to poke an eye on each cracker, if desired. Sprinkle the dough with flaky sea salt and bake the crackers for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown.
7. Remove the crackers from the oven and cool slightly on a wire rack.
Notes
How to Store
Store these Sourdough Goldfish Crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
FAQs:
Do I need special cookie cutters to make this recipe?
It is not necessary to have goldfish cookie cutters before you can enjoy this delicious recipe! Instead, slice the dough even square pieces.
Can I add additional herbs or spices to the cracker dough?
Absolutely! This sourdough discard recipe is customizable! Experiment by adding fresh or dried herbs, like fresh rosemary! Or add ground turmeric or paprika for a more vibrant color.
Can’t wait to try this recipe. I’ll let you know.
Can I make this without a food processor? A blender perhaps?
You can make the dough by hand!
I don’t have a food processor, will this recipe still work without one?
This recipe can be done by hand.
These are DELICIOUS, the sprinkling of salt before going in the oven… less is more. my first batch was a little too salty. My two-year-old is obsessed.
So thrilled to hear you all enjoyed them!