Spicy Ranch Crackers Recipe
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Spicy Ranch Crackers Recipe
Description
The recipe begins by blending a seasoning mix from ranch dressing powder, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and vegetable oil. This wet seasoning is evenly shaken with saltine crackers in large zip lock bags to thoroughly coat each cracker. The coated crackers are then baked at a low temperature to crisp them while allowing the seasonings to stick and meld. This baking also enhances the overall texture by making the crackers crunchier without burning them.
The red pepper flakes add a spicy element balanced by the cooling ranch seasoning and garlic powder. The crackers can be overlapped slightly on the baking dish without sacrificing texture, making the process simple. Once cooled, the crackers have a flavorful, spicy ranch taste that holds well at room temperature.
This snack is convenient to make ahead and store for several days in an airtight container. It is suitable for serving by the handful at gatherings or alongside dips.
The note on serving size helps gauge portion and storage life, supporting practical snack planning.
Ingredients
- 16 oz saltine crackers (4 sleeves of crackers)
- 1 Ranch dressing mix (1 oz package)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the oil, ranch mix, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder.
- Mix throughly.
- Place the crackers in 2 large gallon zip lock bags.
- Pour half of the seasoned mixture into each bag over the crackers.
- Seal tightly and gently shake thoroughly to coat the crackers.
- Pour the crackers onto a baking dish (it's ok to overlap the crackers) and bake at 250 degrees F for 10 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely and serve.
Notes
- Estimate about four crackers as one serving size.
- Store leftover crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 161mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 32mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 79IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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