# Components:
→ 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)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and selected flavorings or cheese.
03 - Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Gradually drizzle in cold water, mixing just until the dough comes together, avoiding overworking.
05 - Divide dough into two portions. Roll each on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
06 - Use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters to cut crackers and transfer them to prepared baking sheets. Gather scraps, reroll, and cut additional crackers.
07 - Brush crackers lightly with beaten egg. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and seeds, if desired.
08 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp, rotating baking sheets halfway through for even browning.
09 - Cool crackers completely on wire racks before arranging on a serving board with accompaniments.
