# Ingredient List:
→ Dough
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
03 - 1/3 cup cold water
04 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
→ Flavorings
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, finely chopped
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 2 ounces finely grated aged cheddar (optional)
→ Topping
10 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
11 - Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
12 - Sesame seeds or poppy seeds, for garnish (optional)
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sea salt, baking powder, and your choice of flavorings or grated cheese.
03 - Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Gradually drizzle in the cold water, mixing just until the dough comes together, taking care not to overwork it.
05 - Divide the dough into two portions and roll each on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
06 - Using snowflake-shaped cookie cutters, cut out crackers and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets; gather scraps, reroll, and cut additional crackers.
07 - Brush the crackers lightly with beaten egg, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt and seeds if desired.
08 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp, rotating the baking sheets halfway through for even baking.
09 - Allow crackers to cool completely on wire racks before arranging on a board with cheeses, fruits, and spreads.
