What is it about cheese-flavored crackers that make them so irresistible – their orange hue, those tiny specks of salt that tantalize the tongue? Clearly some spell has been cast upon these snacks to make us consume them with abandon. They work as salad toppers, emergency rations when the power goes out, school lunches, cocktail party nibbles and more. (I’m totally serious about the “emergency rations” aspect – my entire hurricane prep kit as a Floridian consists of 4 gallons of purified water and enough Goldfish crackers to pave a road from here to New York City.)
Look for your new guilty pleasure among our list of four favorite cheese crackers.
Bite-size bliss
Sure, the TV commercials for Cheez-It crackers are borderline obnoxious, but aren’t you still craving a handful of them after each viewing? These bite-size crackers have been around since 1921 so they’ve earned some bragging rights. Each serving is 27 crackers per serving so munch away without the guilt.
Old-school favorite
“Yes, we love Goldfish crackers, but please tell us their history!” Your wish is granted. In 1958, a Swiss biscuit-maker named Oscar Kambly created the cracker in the shape of a fish as a nod to his wife, who was a Pisces. He specifically chose a goldfish because it’s a good luck symbol. The cracker – then known as Goldfischli – was discovered by Pepperidge Farm founder Margaret Rudkin in the early ’60s. She loved them so much she bought the entire brand. It’s rumored that cooking legend Julia Child adored Goldfish so much that she often served them as an appetizer before her home-cooked meals. By the way, that cute little smile on the side of the cracker wasn’t added until 1997. Bon appetit!
No-guilt option
These crisps are high in protein and calcium yet low in carbs. They’re great for those on keto and paleo diets and taste great as salad and sandwich toppers.
Truly addictive
How are these crackers diet-friendly? They’re high in protein, low in carbs and made with natural ingredients. They’re also gluten-free and make for an excellent source of calcium. Consumers love the taste and the crunch factor.
Steve Spears is editor of Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. He is based in Orlando and counts St. Augustine, Key West and the Gulf Beaches among his favorite destinations in the state.
