# 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
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. 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 cubed butter and rub into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in cold water and olive oil until a dough forms, then knead briefly on a floured surface until smooth.
05 - Roll dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Use a star-shaped cutter to cut out crackers.
06 - Place crackers on the 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 and mix until smooth.
09 - Arrange crackers around a bowl of dip on a serving platter and serve immediately.
