Vegan Cheez-Its Recipe (2024)

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This Vegan Cheez-Its Recipe is a fun snack you can make at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you will have crispy, cheesy vegan crackers ready to eat.

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Guys, this recipe is super fun. I mean who doesn’t love a crispy, cheesy, salty vegan cracker? And while there are pre-made vegan cheez-it options at the store, sometimes you just want to take on the challenge, and make them yourself.

As you may know I am not the biggest fan of vegan cheese. You rarely see it in my recipes and I have openly discussed my aversion to it on Instagram. BUT, I feel like when it comes to this recipe, you can’t really taste any weird “vegan cheese tang” (as I like to call it). And let’s be honest, it’s not like original Cheez-its taste like real cheese anyways – from what I remember at least 🙂

So, if you already have a favorite vegan cheddar shreds brand, go ahead and use it. I went with Miyoko’s.

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How to Make Vegan Cheez-Its

These are pretty straight forward to make. Add the vegan cheese, seasonings and flour to a food processor. Pulse until combined. Add in some very cold vegan butter and pulse again.

Lastly, add some water until the dough forms into a ball. This is where things can get a little tricky. Depending on the vegan cheese you use and how cold your vegan butter is, you may need to add more or less water. You want the dough to stick together, but you don’t want it to be wet.

Don’t worry too much about it, you can always add more flour when you roll out the dough if it is too wet.

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How to Roll Out Cracker Dough

There are a couple methods to rolling out the dough. You want to roll it super thin, so an easy way to accomplish this is by placing the ball of dough between 2 sheets of parchment paper and rolling it out that way.

The other way you can do it is by placing the dough on a floured surface and rolling it out. If you follow this method, your dough will inevitably have more flour added to it, which will make it easier to transfer the crackers to the baking sheet. It will alter the end result slightly.

Both methods turn out tasty crackers, so you will be good either way.

How to Cut Out Vegan Cheez-Its

I used this super handy cracker cutter to make these crackers look official. But you can simply cut them into squares using a knife or pizza cutter.

The tricky part is transferring the cut dough to the baking sheet. Don’t worry if they lose some of their shape as you transfer them. After they bake they will look just fine.

The last step you need to do to make these look “super official”, is poke a hole into the center of each cracker. Obviously not necessary, but cute.

Need more vegan snacks? Check out these recipes:

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Vegan Cheez-Its Recipe

Servings: 80 crackers

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 15 minutes mins

Chill Time: 20 minutes mins

Total Time: 45 minutes mins

This Vegan Cheez-Its Recipe is a fun snack you can make at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you will have crispy, cheesy vegan crackers ready to eat.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegan cheddar shreds I used Miyoko's brand
  • 1/3 cup all purpose flour plus more for rolling out
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/8 tsp salt plus more for topping
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter chilled
  • 1-2 tbsp water

Instructions

  • Add vegan cheddar, flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika and salt to a food processor. Pulse until combined.

  • Add the chilled butter and pulse again. Lastly, slowly pour water in while the food processor is running. Only add water until the dough forms a ball. Transfer the dough to a bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Place in the fridge for 20 minutes.

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

  • To roll the dough out, you have 2 options. You can place the dough between 2 pieces of parchment paper and roll out with a rolling pin. You can also add the dough to a floured surface and roll out with a rolling pin. You want the dough as thin as possible.*

  • Once the dough is rolled out, cut out the crackers using a cracker cutter**, knife or pizza cutter. Carefully transfer the crackers to the baking sheets.*** Use a kabob stick (or other pointy tool) to poke a hole into the center of each cracker – optional. Sprinkle with a tiny bit of salt and place in the oven for 15-17 minutes.

  • Remove the crackers from the oven and allow to cool completely. Enjoy!

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Notes

*If you notice the dough is too wet when rolling it out (i.e. it sticks too much and is super hard to transfer the cut out pieces to the baking sheet) add 1-2 tbsp of flour to dough and knead it through. Try rolling it out again.

**I used the medium size of this cracker cutter set.

***Don’t worry too much if the crackers lose some of their shape as you transfer them to the baking sheet. They don’t need to be perfect squares and will look just fine after you bake them.

****I’m going to recommend eating these right away. I’m sure you could store them in an airtight container for a few days, but I don’t know exactly how that works with vegan cheese in the mix, and don’t want you to risk it 🙂

*Inspired by Half Baked Harvest

Calories: 7kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g

Cuisine: American

Course: Snack

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FAQs

Can vegans eat Cheez-Its? ›

One of the primary ingredients in Cheez-It® snack crackers is 100% real dairy cheese, making Cheez-It® crackers not vegan.

What are the three main ingredients in Cheez-Its? ›

Ingredients. Ingredients: Enriched flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, vitamin B1 [thiamin mononitrate], vitamin B2 [riboflavin], folic acid), vegetable oil (soybean and palm oil with TBHQ for freshness), white cheddar cheese (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes).

Are Doritos vegan? ›

Since 1966, Doritos has satisfied customers' snack cravings with their flavored tortilla chips. But unfortunately for vegans, only one variety is vegan-friendly: Spicy Sweet Chili. The other Doritos flavors contain various dairy products and animal-derived flavors, none of which are vegan.

Are Oreos vegan? ›

Many vegans refer to Oreos as “accidentally vegan,” meaning they don't contain animal products — but they weren't created to be a specifically vegan treat. Oreos do not contain milk, eggs, or any other animal-derived products, so they are technically vegan in that sense. Plant-based cookies and cream lovers rejoice!

What was the old name for Cheez-Its? ›

The company marketed the cracker as a "baked rarebit", a reference to a dish of melted cheese over toast.

What is a healthy alternative to Cheez-Its? ›

Baked kale chips seasoned with nutritional yeast offer a cheesy taste and satisfying crunch. They are high in vitamins A, K, and C, and lower in calories compared to Cheez-Its. While not cheesy, these snacks are savory and provide a satisfying crunch.

What are the white balls in Cheez-It Mix? ›

A perfectly seasoned snack mix of Cheez-It® crackers made with real cheese, salty pretzels, mini toasted bread slices, savory wheat squares, and cheese-flavored rice balls!

What is the new name for Cheez-It? ›

Kellogg explained the reasoning behind the more peculiar name, “Kellanova,” saying that the “Kell” part “overtly recognizes” its name to the former company, and “anova” combines the letter 'a' and the Latin word for new, “nova.” The logo features the recognizable “K” and a sassy, forward-pointing 'v' that signifies its ...

Why do Cheez-Its give me heartburn? ›

The confusing thing though, is that many highly nutritious foods including nuts, cheese and avocados are also high in fat and can similarly trigger symptoms5. Heartburn is triggered because high-fat foods relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) muscle, which acts as a barrier between your food pipe and your stomach.

What brand owns Cheez-It? ›

Kellogg acquires Keebler, and Cheez-It® comes along for the ride.

Is it OK to eat a whole box of Cheez-Its? ›

Cheese itself does contain saturated fat (the bad fat–not good for your heart), so stick with a serving size or two!

Are Cheez-It fried or baked? ›

Cheez-it® Baked Snack Crackers.

Why are there 13 holes in saltines? ›

So what critical function do those pinholes serve? They allow steam to escape as the cracker puffs up (making it crispy), and they keep each cracker unit from blowing up into a cracker pillow as it bakes. According to Deep Dip, our appetizer informant, Keebler makes both 13-hole and 16-hole saltines.

What cheese can vegans eat? ›

Vegans can eat cheese that is comprised of plant-based ingredients like soybeans, peas, cashews, coconut, or almonds. The most common types of vegan cheeses are cheddar, gouda, parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese that can be found in non-dairy forms.

Which crackers are vegan? ›

The Best Vegan Crackers
  • Mary's Gone Crackers. Dive into the delectable world of Mary's Gone Crackers, where nutrient-packed seeds take center stage. ...
  • Back to Nature. Back to Nature brings us crackers that are not only delicious but also environmentally conscious. ...
  • Real Food From The Ground Up. ...
  • Crunchmaster. ...
  • Simple Mills.

What cheese is vegan but real? ›

Real Vegan Cheese (RVC) is a grassroots, non-profit research project working to produce real cheese using cellular agriculture. We add the genes for cheese proteins to yeast and other microflora, and turn them into little protein factories, then make real cheese by adding plant-based fats and sugars.

Is there a cheese substitute for vegans? ›

Avacado serves as a rich, creamy vegan alternative to cheese having a buttery flavour that complements a variety of vegan dishes, making it an excellent choice to satiate your cheese cravings. Eat it on a toast and sprinkle with some sea salt + pepper. You can also make guac and enjoy it with chips.

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