Star-Shaped Crackers with Dip

Festive, crisp star-shaped crackers perfect for holiday gatherings, served with a creamy dip nestled in the center for easy sharing and dipping.

I love serving these at family parties because everyone enjoys dipping and sharing the crackers together.

Ingredients

• Crackers: 1 1/4 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cold and cubed, 1/3 cup (80 ml) cold water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried herbs (e.g. thyme rosemary) optional
• Dip: 1/2 cup (120 g) cream cheese softened, 1/4 cup (60 g) sour cream, 2 tablespoons chives finely chopped, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:

In a large bowl, whisk together flour salt baking powder and dried herbs if using.

Step 3:

Add cold butter and rub into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4:

Stir in cold water and olive oil until a dough forms. Knead briefly on a lightly floured surface until smooth.

Step 5:

Roll out the dough to 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out crackers.

Step 6:

Arrange crackers on the prepared baking sheet. Prick each with a fork.

Step 7:

Bake for 12&ndash15 minutes or until lightly golden and crisp. Cool completely.

Step 8:

For the dip combine cream cheese sour cream chives parsley garlic powder salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix until smooth.

Step 9:

Arrange crackers around a small bowl of dip in the center of a serving platter or use a large shallow bowl with the dip in the middle and crackers radiating outward. Serve immediately.

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This recipe always brings smiles when we enjoy it during the holidays as a family.

Required Tools

Mixing bowls rolling pin star-shaped cookie cutter baking sheet parchment paper small serving bowl

Allergen Information

Contains wheat (gluten) milk (dairy). Check ingredient labels for hidden allergens or cross-contamination if concerned.

Nutritional Information

Per serving (2 crackers and dip): Calories 80, Total Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 9 g, Protein 2 g

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This festive snack is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ How do I achieve the perfect crisp texture for the crackers?

Roll the dough evenly to about 1/8-inch thickness and bake until the crackers are lightly golden to ensure a crisp texture.

→ Can I substitute the herbs used in the crackers?

Yes, dried thyme or rosemary work well, but you can experiment with other dried herbs like oregano or basil for different flavors.

→ What is the best way to serve the crackers with the dip?

Arrange the crackers around a small bowl of dip on a platter or place the dip at the center with crackers radiating outward for easy sharing.

→ Can the dip be made ahead of time?

Absolutely. Prepare the dip in advance and refrigerate it to allow flavors to meld; bring it to room temperature before serving.

→ Are there any tips for enhancing the flavor of the crackers?

Brushing the crackers with olive oil and sprinkling sea salt before baking adds a rich flavor and subtle crunch.