Spicy Ranch Crackers
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Spicy Ranch Crackers are a zesty appetizer that can be made in just under 30 minutes. These cute little nuggets are perfect to accompany adult pre-dinner cocktails and satisfy starving kids as a tasty after-school snack.
Plain oyster crackers might not steal the show on their ownโthey were, after all, created to complement a warm bowl of soup or chowder. But my Fiesta Ranch Crackers? Theyโre a game-changer! This recipe transforms those humble crackers into a simple, satisfying snack thatโs perfect for any occasion. Store them in a sealed bag or jar, and theyโll stay fresh for daysโif they last that long!
This fun and flavorful appetizer is budget-friendly and incredibly quick to make. Add them to your next charcuterie board, throw them in a bowl of Taco Soup, or crush them up and top them on your favorite Mexican casserole.
Gift basket worthy
A mason jar filled with Fiesta Ranch Crackers, tied with a festive ribbon, makes a great hostess gift or addition to a gift basket.
More ways to use ranch crackers
- The Perfect Snack: Enjoy them straight out of the jar or bag as a quick and tasty snack. They’re perfect for game day or movie night.
- Salad Topper: Crumble the crackers over your favorite salad for an extra crunch and burst of flavor, replacing traditional croutons.
- Soup Garnish: Add a handful of spicy crackers to your bowl of soup or chili for a spicy, crunchy twist.
- Party Mix: Combine the spicy ranch crackers with pretzels, nuts, and other snack items to create a flavorful party mix.
- Taco Salad Crunch: Use them as a crunchy topping in taco salads to add a spicy ranch flavor.
- Crusted Chicken or Fish: Crush the crackers and use them as a coating for chicken tenders or fish fillets before baking or frying.
- Mac and Cheese Topping: Sprinkle crushed spicy ranch crackers on top of baked mac and cheese for a crunchy, zesty layer.
- Breading for Fried Foods: Use crushed crackers as a breading for fried or oven-baked foods like mozzarella sticks, onion rings, or zucchini fries.
- Cheese Balls: Crush the crackers and add to the outside of a cheeseball.
Simple ingredients
- Fiesta Ranch Season Packet – Instead of ranch dressing mix, use the Fiesta flavor for a big flavor punch.
- Dill & Garlic Powder
- Melted Butter
- Oyster Crackers – Mini saltines are a great substitute.
- Red Pepper Flakes – I love a little kick of heat from the pepper flakes. You could also substitute 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
How to make Spicy Ranch Crackers
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Step 2: Add oyster crackers and seasonings to a large bowl. Gently mix.
Step 3: Melt butter in a small bowl, then mix until all the oyster crackers are coated in seasoning and butter. Mini saltine crackers can be substituted.
Step 4: Spread crackers on a parchment paper-covered baking sheet in a single layer.
Step 5: Bake for 15 – 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Cool and serve.
How to store spicy ranch mix
Let the crackers come to room temperature before storing them in an airtight container or ziptop bag.
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Spicy Oyster Crackers
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Melted Butter
- 1 Packet Fiesta Ranch Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Dill
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 9 oz Oyster Crackers
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Mix oyster crackers, butter, seasoning packet, garlic powder, dill, and red pepper flakes in large bowl until well coated.3/4 cup Melted Butter, 1 Packet Fiesta Ranch Seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon Dill, 9 oz Oyster Crackers, 1/2 – 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Spread crackers in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 – 20 minutes.
- Cool and serve.
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how much butter?
Hello! You will need 1 cup of melted butter.
You’ll use 1 cup of butter for this recipe.