Description
These Seasoned Crackers are a flavorful and crunchy snack perfect for parties or casual gatherings. Coated in a savory blend of ranch and Italian seasonings, combined with melted unsalted butter and a touch of sugar, these mini saltine crackers are baked to golden perfection for a deliciously toasty treat.
Ingredients
Butter Mixture
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- 1 ounce packet ranch dressing mix
- 0.7 ounce packet Italian dressing mix
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Crackers
- 11 ounce box mini saltine crackers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C). Line a sheet tray with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare the seasoning mixture: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine ¾ cup unsalted butter, 1 ounce ranch dressing mix, 0.7 ounce Italian dressing mix, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Stir constantly until the butter has fully melted and all ingredients are well combined, then remove from heat.
- Mix crackers with seasoning: Place the entire 11-ounce box of mini saltine crackers into a large bowl. Pour the warm butter and seasoning mixture over the crackers and stir gently but thoroughly, ensuring all crackers are evenly coated.
- Arrange crackers for baking: Spread the coated crackers in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Some crackers may overlap slightly, and that’s acceptable.
- Bake to perfection: Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to promote even toasting and browning. The crackers should turn golden brown and become crispy.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Notes
- You can substitute regular saltine crackers for the mini saltines, using the same quantity.
- Be sure to use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the snack.
- For a spicy twist, add about one teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture before coating the crackers to make “Firecrackers.”
