# What You'll Need:
→ 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 oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and selected flavorings or grated cheddar.
03 - Cut cold butter into flour mixture using a pastry blender or fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Gradually drizzle cold water while mixing just until dough holds together; avoid overworking.
05 - Divide dough in half. Roll each portion on lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness.
06 - Using snowflake cookie cutters, cut dough shapes and transfer to prepared baking sheets. Gather scraps, reroll and cut more crackers.
07 - Brush crackers lightly with beaten egg. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and optional seeds.
08 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp, rotating sheets halfway through for even browning.
09 - Cool crackers completely on wire racks before arranging on serving board with accompaniments.
