Description
Crunchy and flavorful Garlic Ritz Snacks made by coating Ritz crackers in a garlic butter mixture and baking them to golden perfection. Perfect as a savory snack or appetizer, these crispy crackers are infused with garlic and a hint of spices for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Snacks
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 30-35 crackers)
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a bit of heat)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate even baking.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter with garlic powder, onion powder (if using), dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended.
- Coat Crackers: Add the sleeve of Ritz crackers to the bowl with the butter mixture. Gently toss the crackers until each one is evenly coated with the garlic butter mixture, ensuring full flavor coverage.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated crackers out in a single layer on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even baking and crispiness.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. Stir the crackers halfway through the baking time to promote even browning and crispness.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the Garlic Ritz Snacks to cool completely on the sheet before serving. Enjoy them as a delicious, savory snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Optionally omit onion powder, parsley, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if you prefer a simpler flavor.
- For extra crunch, bake a minute or two longer but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
- Adjust salt according to your taste preferences.
