Smoked Cheez It Crackers Recipe
These Smoked Cheez It Crackers offer a deliciously smoky twist on the classic cheesy snack. By slowly smoking the crackers at low temperatures with olive oil and a flavorful rub, they develop a rich, deep smoky flavor perfect for snacking or entertaining. This simple, no-fuss recipe uses a smoker to infuse the crackers with mouthwatering smokiness without overpowering the original cheese flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 200 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 box Cheez It crackers (about 12 ounces)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Blackened Saskatchewan Rub, or your favourite seasoning rub
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoker: Fire up your smoker and set the temperature to 185°F. Allow it to come to temperature before placing the crackers inside to ensure even smoking.
- Toss Crackers with Oil and Rub: In a large chafing pan or on a baking sheet, combine 1 box of Cheez It crackers with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of Blackened Saskatchewan Rub (or your preferred rub). Toss well to coat all crackers evenly with the oil and seasoning.
- Start Smoking at Low Heat: Place the baking sheet of coated crackers into the preheated smoker. Smoke them at 185°F for 30 minutes to begin infusing the smoky flavor gently.
- Stir and Increase Heat: After the initial 30 minutes, stir the crackers gently to redistribute them. Raise the smoker temperature to 275°F for a more intense smoke and faster drying.
- Continue Smoking: Smoke the crackers at 275°F for an additional 30 to 45 minutes. Monitor for the crackers to darken in color and absorb a pronounced smoky flavor without burning.
- Cool Before Serving: Remove the smoked crackers from the smoker and spread them onto a wire cooling rack. Allow them to cool completely before serving to let the flavors meld and the texture crisp up.
Notes
- Use a mild wood like apple or cherry for smoking to avoid overpowering the cheese flavor.
- Keep a close eye during the second smoking phase to prevent crackers from burning.
- The Blackened Saskatchewan Rub adds a slightly spicy, savory depth, but feel free to experiment with other seasoning blends.
- Store leftover smoked crackers in an airtight container to maintain crispiness.
- Ideal for serving at parties or as a unique snack with drinks.
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