Zesty Crunchy Taco Crackers (Printable)
Spiced baked crackers with taco seasonings—crunchy, flavorful, and ideal for dipping or solo snacking.
# What You'll 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
13 - 1 tbsp dried oregano
# Directions:
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 more water if too dry.
04 - Roll dough to 1/8-inch thickness on lightly floured surface.
05 - Cut dough into 1-inch squares with knife or pizza cutter.
06 - Transfer to baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and oregano if desired.
07 - Bake 12–15 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool 5 minutes on baking sheet.
08 - Transfer to wire rack to cool completely. Store in airtight container up to one week.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The dough comes together in minutes but tastes like something from a specialty bakery
- They are strangely addictive, the kind of snack where you reach for just one and suddenly the plate is empty
02 -
- The dough might seem dry at first but keep mixing, it will come together
- Thin spots will brown faster so try to roll evenly
- They are best cooled completely before storing or serving
03 -
- Roll the dough between two sheets of parchment paper for easier cleanup
- Use a ruler to get perfectly uniform squares if you want them to look professional