Savory, Smoky Fire Crackers
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Savory, Smoky Fire Crackers
Description
This recipe uses a full box of saltine crackers arranged in a baking dish to allow the butter-spice mixture to coat them thoroughly. The melted butter is combined with brown sugar and spices including garlic powder, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and black pepper, infusing the crackers with smoky, sweet, and subtly spicy flavors.
Baking the crackers on a wire rack over a baking sheet ensures even heat distribution. They bake at 300°F for a total of 30 minutes, flipping halfway to achieve crisp edges and an evenly toasted texture. After cooling, the crackers retain a crunchy bite with a balanced smoky and savory taste.
These fire crackers make a hearty snack or party appetizer and can be stored well in airtight containers. Their bold seasoning also pairs well with dips or can be sprinkled on salads for added texture and flavor enhancement.
Ingredients
- 1 saltine crackers 16 ounce box
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Prep two baking sheets by placing a wire rack on the baking sheet.
- Place the crackers in a 9x13 inch baking dish so they are against each other in an accordion-like manor - like you took them out of the packaging and lined them up in the dish (you may need to do two batches). This helps the butter and spices get over every bit of the crackers!
- Melt the butter in a sauce pan over low heat. Stir in the sugar, garlic powder, paprika, pepper flakes, oregano, salt and pepper until combined. Pour the mixture over top of the crackers (again, you may need to do two batches!), trying to get in between each cracker. Use a spoon to drizzle any extra butter on the crackers and spread around the butter so it covers the crackers evenly.
- Place the crackers in a single layer on the wire rack. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip and bake for 15 minutes more. Let cool completely before serving. You can keep these packaged in a resealable container or bag until you’re ready to use!
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