Sourdough Cheez-Its Snack Mix (Printable Version)

Crunchy sourdough Cheez-Its combined with roasted nuts and salted pretzels for savory bites.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add sourdough starter and pulse until dough forms. If too dry, add cold water 1 tablespoon at a time. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
02 - 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 a hole in the center of each cracker with a skewer. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool completely.
03 - Preheat oven to 300°F. In a large bowl, combine cooled Cheez-Its, pretzels, and mixed nuts.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Pour seasoned butter over snack mix and toss to coat thoroughly. Spread onto baking sheet in even layer and bake for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until toasted and fragrant. Cool completely before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Puts your sourdough discard to delicious use in homemade cheese crackers
  • Customizable with your favorite nuts and seasonings
  • Perfect for parties, movie nights, or meal prep snacking
  • Combines tangy, cheesy, salty, and savory flavors in every bite
  • Stores well in an airtight container for up to a week
02 -
  • Make a double batch of Cheez-Its and store extras in an airtight container for quick snack mix assembly later
  • Use finely shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded for better texture and flavor in the crackers
  • Don't skip the center hole in each cracker—it prevents puffing and ensures even baking
  • Let the snack mix cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to storage to maintain maximum crispness
  • Taste your seasoning mix before coating and adjust salt levels based on your pretzel and nut saltiness
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