Description
Homemade spicy ranch crackers deliver a zesty punch of flavor that elevates snack time with bold southwestern seasonings. Crisp, tangy, and perfectly seasoned crackers will satisfy ranch lovers seeking a quick and easy appetizer or party nibble.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 sleeves saltine crackers
- ½ cup (118 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 (1 oz/28 g) packet ranch dressing mix
- ¼ to ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat: Warm the oven to 250°F (121°C), establishing an ideal environment for cracker transformation.
- Seasoning Fusion: Combine ranch seasoning, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl, creating a vibrant spice blend.
- Oil Infusion: Integrate vegetable oil into the spice mixture, whisking until a harmonious, aromatic coating forms.
- Cracker Coating: Gently cascade Saltine crackers into the seasoned oil, ensuring each cracker receives a thorough, even distribution of the zesty mixture.
- Baking Preparation: Arrange the seasoned crackers in a precise, single layer on a baking sheet, preventing any overlapping to guarantee optimal crispiness.
- Oven Transformation: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes. Midway through, delicately flip the crackers to achieve uniform golden-brown edges and maximum crunch.
- Cooling Stage: After removing from the oven, allow the crackers to rest on the baking sheet, enabling them to cool and develop a satisfying, crisp texture.
Notes
- Prep Precision: Ensure crackers are spread in a single layer without touching to achieve maximum crispiness and even seasoning.
- Seasoning Tip: Whisk oil and spices thoroughly to create a uniform coating that clings perfectly to every cracker surface.
- Flipping Technique: Carefully turn crackers midway through baking to guarantee golden-brown edges and consistent crunch.
- Cooling Wisdom: Allow crackers to rest on the baking sheet after cooking, letting them develop an extra-crispy texture and intensified flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg