Buttery Homemade Ritz Crackers

Buttery Homemade Ritz Crackers combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt with cold butter and vegetable oil, forming a wet dough that chills before rolling. The dough is divided and rolled out to about ⅛-inch or thinner, then cut with small round cutters to produce bite-sized crackers. Docking each cracker with holes keeps them flat while baking at 400°F. An egg wash and salt topping add sheen and flavor. Baking one sheet at a time for 10 minutes yields crisp, golden crackers.

These crackers offer a homemade version of classic buttery snacks with flaky texture and salty finish. Brushing with melted butter once out of the oven boosts richness and mouthfeel. The crackers can be served alone, with spreads, or as accompaniment to soups and salads.