Sourdough Cheez-Its Snack Mix (Print version)

A tangy mix of sourdough cheddar crackers, nuts, and pretzels, toasted with bold seasoning for a savory crunch.

# What you’ll need:

→ Sourdough Cheez-Its

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
04 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
07 - 1/4 cup sourdough starter
08 - 2 tablespoons cold water

→ Snack Mix Components

09 - 2 cups mini pretzels
10 - 1 cup mixed roasted nuts
11 - 1 cup cheese crackers
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
16 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

# Steps:

01 - In a food processor, pulse together flour, butter, cheddar cheese, salt, and baking powder until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
02 - Add sourdough starter and pulse until dough forms. If too dry, add cold water 1 tablespoon at a time.
03 - Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
04 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll dough to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into 1-inch squares. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and poke center of each with a skewer.
05 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool completely before proceeding.
06 - Reduce oven temperature to 300°F. In a large bowl, combine cooled Cheez-Its, pretzels, and mixed nuts.
07 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
08 - Pour seasoned butter over snack mix and toss thoroughly to coat. Spread evenly on baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until toasted and fragrant.
09 - Cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

# Cooking tips:

01 -
  • Transforms sourdough discard into irresistibly crunchy, tangy crackers that rival store-bought
  • Perfectly balanced mix of textures—crispy Cheez-Its, crunchy pretzels, and buttery roasted nuts
  • Customizable seasoning blend with garlic, onion, and smoky paprika for bold, savory flavor
  • Ideal for parties, snacking, or gifting in jars for a homemade touch
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients and comes together in under an hour
02 -
  • Use cold butter and work quickly when making the dough to ensure flaky, crisp crackers
  • A pizza cutter or pastry wheel makes cutting uniform squares fast and easy
  • Toast the snack mix just until fragrant—over-baking can make it bitter
  • Let the mix cool completely on the baking sheet to finish crisping up before transferring
  • Double the recipe and store in airtight containers for easy grab-and-go snacking all week
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