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Holiday Ritz Crackers Recipe

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Holiday Ritz Crackers are a festive and flavorful snack featuring crispy Ritz crackers coated in a buttery, savory mixture of ranch seasoning, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder. Perfect for holiday parties or casual snacking, these crackers are baked until golden and lightly bubbly, delivering a deliciously crunchy treat.

Ingredients

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Crackers

  • 1 box Ritz crackers (about 32–36 crackers)

Topping

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to make cleanup easier.
  2. Arrange crackers: Lay out the Ritz crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet ensuring they don’t overlap to allow even baking.
  3. Prepare the topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, ranch dressing mix, grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder until fully combined.
  4. Coat the crackers: Using a spoon or brush, spread the buttery, cheesy mixture generously over each cracker making sure they are well covered for maximum flavor.
  5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crackers turn golden brown and the topping is bubbly.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow the crackers to cool for at least 5 minutes to crisp up properly before serving. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for later.

Notes

  • You can adjust the red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
  • For a milder flavor, reduce or omit the red pepper flakes.
  • Ensure crackers are in a single layer to bake evenly and avoid soggy spots.
  • Store leftover crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crunch.
  • Use fresh grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.

Keywords: Holiday snack, Ritz crackers, savory crackers, party appetizer, baked crackers, ranch flavored crackers

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