Crisp, star-shaped crackers paired with a creamy herb dip, perfect for sharing at festive occasions.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crackers
01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
05 - 1/3 cup cold water
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, rosemary), optional
→ Dip
08 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/4 cup sour cream
10 - 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and dried herbs if using.
03 - Add cold butter and rub into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in cold water and olive oil until dough forms. Knead briefly on a lightly floured surface until smooth.
05 - Roll dough out to 1/8-inch thickness. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut crackers.
06 - Place crackers on prepared baking sheet and prick each with a fork.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until lightly golden and crisp. Allow to cool completely.
08 - Combine cream cheese, sour cream, chives, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
09 - Arrange crackers around a small bowl of dip on a serving platter or use a large shallow bowl with dip in the center and crackers radiating outward. Serve immediately.
