Homemade Ritz Crackers (6 Ingredients!)
Craving that buttery, flaky crunch of store-bought crackers but want something homemade and wholesome? Say hello to Homemade Ritz Crackers—a delicious, 6-ingredient recipe that brings nostalgic flavor right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Cracker Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp cold butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water (plus more if needed)
- 1 large egg, whisked (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a food processor with the blade attachment, add flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cubed cold butter. Pulse for about 30 seconds, or until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Slowly add 1/4 cup ice water while pulsing until a dough starts to form. If the dough is too dry, add more ice water 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Remove the dough, shape it into a flat disc, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a small fluted cookie cutter to cut out crackers. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll scraps to use all the dough.
- Prick each cracker a few times with a fork to prevent puffing during baking.
- Lightly brush the tops of the crackers with whisked egg for a glossy, golden finish.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let the crackers cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. They’ll crisp up more as they cool. Enjoy!