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Say hello to the most completely addicting snack…Addicting Baked Seasoned Ritz Crackers.
It’s just two days until Christmas Eve and these Ritz crackers are about to change your world.
Okay. Fine. That might be a little dramatic, but I think you get my point. These crackers, while they are very simple, are also very, very, very, good.
I hesitated to post this recipe, because, well, really all I’m doing is telling you how to butter and season Ritz crackers. This recipe is basically just all seasoned up Ritz crackers. At first I was a little embarrassed to share it, but you guys, these crackers are just the best, and too good not share. My family actually insisted!
Addicting…as the recipe title states, plus they practically scream HOLIDAY SNACKING.
Think Chex Mix…with all of those delicious flavors and seasonings, but on a buttery Ritz cracker. Yes, Yes, YES. Trust me when I say these are addicting. Once you start, there really is no turning back. Fair warning, you will keep eating these until they are gone. I seriously advise you not to be alone with these crackers!
Just like everyone else who’s entertaining this holiday season, I too am on the hunt for recipes that are simple yet delicious. In my family, nothing can be too simple. Whenever I’m feeding the whole crew, I always go along with the saying, the simpler the better. My family likes their classic flavors and nothing fancy.
Enter these Ritz, which are basically the most un-fancy appetizer/snack ever.
Here’s the quick summery. Ritz crackers, with a generous amount of butter and seasonings, baked in the oven. You see? SIMPLE! There’s maybe ten minutes of prep time and the rest is all done in the oven. Serve these warm or at room temperature, either way they’ll be gone in no time.
I had these crackers sitting on my counter the other day and when the boys strolled on into my house in their usual five O’clock time slot. They ate the entire pan…while drinking tomorrow’s drink for my Christmas Drink Saturday post (it might be my favorite drink of the season, so don’t miss it). Probably due to the cracker’s saltiness, the boys literally could not stop eating them. Within ten minutes, they were all gone. Granted there was four of them, but still that was fast.
These are crunchy, extra buttery, salty, seasoned with plenty of spices, and finished with just a touch of sea salt (if salty is your thing). Again, think Chex Mix, but on a Ritz cracker, which I personally think is beyond amazing…
But then I really have a thing for Ritz Crackers (check out the Mac and Cheese recipe in my cookbook).
I’m excited to make these Ritz crackers again tomorrow, when the rest of my family arrives into town. Aka two of my brothers…that are not currently here, Creighton and Brendan, my cousins, and everyone’s boyfriends/girlfriends…there’s just too many names to type out. Once the whole family is here, all we need is a good dusting of snow to complete the full on “Gerard Family Christmas scene”.
Fingers crossed it comes on Christmas Eve!
Also, when I say “Gerard Family Christmas scene”, you should really just picture the Griswold’s. Honestly though…we’re probably worse. YIKES.
Still love each and every one of them though!
Curious, what are your family Christmases like? Are they loud, crazy, and chaotic like ours, or a bit more relaxed? Would love to know what traditions you guys have!
In the meantime, I’ll be creating a new tradition, serving these up tomorrow for everyone’s arrival…along with this Slow Cooker Ramen, these Milk Chocolate and Peanut Butter Blondies, and some White Christmas Mojitos!
Addicting Baked Seasoned Ritz Crackers
Servings: 4 cups
Calories Per Serving: 243 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 3 sleeves Ritz crackers
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons pepper
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl combine all the ingredients. Toss, gently, making sure the Ritz get evenly coated in the butter and seasonings.2. Spread the Ritz out in an even layer on the 2 baking sheets. Bake for 15-25 minutes turning them halfway through cooking. You want the Ritz to be golden brown. Allow the Ritz to sit on the baking sheet until cooled and dry, about 20 minutes. Store the Ritz in an air tight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
nutritional values are based on one cup
PS. doubling the recipe is highly recommended. Just sayin’.
I just tried this recipe. IT IS AMAZING!!!! Thank you for sharing your recipe! I can’t stop eating these crackers now. They don’t need dip or anything else with them. So GOOD!!!
Hey Kathleen,
Thanks so much for making the recipe, I am so glad it was enjoyed! Have a great week! xTieghan
I just made these today for a birthday party.. They came out amazing.. I don’t know why the other reviewers had such difficulty…
Hey Lila,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am thrilled that it worked out for you! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Please specify number of ritz crackers, not number of sleeves. They keep changing the size of the sleeve. I’m referring to the baked seasoned ritz crackers.
Thanks, Meg
Hey Meg,
So sorry, unsure of the exact count, just use as many as you can:) I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Can I make these on a smokeless grill and what changes would I have make?
Hey Pauld,
I have never tried grilling these so I can’t say for sure if they would work or not. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
I bought the ingredients then read the reviews. All the negative reviews must have done something wrong. These turned out great. I flipped after 7 minutes and baked another 7. They turn out quite dark from all the seasoning but definitely not burnt. My only note is that the seasoning sinks in the butter so make sure to stir before putting the crackers in. Also, let some excess drip off before you add to the pan. That could be why the other reviews had burning. Thanks HBH for this fun addition to my charcuterie board!
Hi Katherine! I am really glad these turned out so well for you!! Thank you for trying them! xTieghan
Used with Mt House Pilot Crackers. They are so bland, I added caraway seeds also. No other changes. Worked out well.
Thank you so much Kathi!! xTieghan
Disappointed!!!! I was hoping you would give the recipe from scratch but you just used the ritz itself!!!
Hi! Yes, I just use ritz in this recipe! Sorry about that. xTieghan
i had them in the oven for maybe five minutes before they burnt.
Hi Ally! I am sorry to hear that! Is there anything that went wrong while making? xTieghan
This recipe sucked too much salt thanks for making me waste a stick of butter
Hi Karen.. I am sorry this recipe did not work for you. Is there anything that could have gone wrong while making it? xTieghan
I made this first with Trader Joe’s everything but the bagel seasoning, everyone thought it was way too salty. Then I made it per your ingredients and it was fantastic! So much better and really was a reduction in the salt issue. Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe!
Thank you so much Penny! I am so glad these turned out so well for you! xTieghan
What do you recommend using as a dip for these ?? Going to try for christmas eve…THANKS!
HI! I would do something like sour cream and onion or a cheesy spinach dip. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you and I hope you had Merry Christmas! Sorry my response is a bit late! xTieghan
What kind of seasoned salt did you use?
Hi! I use Lawry’s seasoned salt. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you and happy holidays! xTieghan
The recipe says to turn them does that mean flip each cracker over or rotate the entire tray?
Hey Pam! I like to flip each cracker over half way throughout baking. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
I was excited to make these but I only did one sleeve and adjusted ingredients accordingly. They just lacked a lot of flavor..I only had low sodium Ritz, Worcester sauce and Mrs, dash sasoning mix as to replace seasoned salt. I did add pink Himalayan salt which helped. I only baked for 12 minutes and they were perfectly crunchy. It’s like they needed dipped in something. Is there something you would suggest? Thank you!!
Hi Yvonne, what ingredients did you omit from the recipe? I am not familiar with the seasoning you used. I would recommend using regular ritz and the seasonings listed for best results. For a dip, these are delicious with a creamy ranch! Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thank you! xTieghan
Hi There…are these doable with a box of mini club crackers, a 16 oz bag of pretzels and several cups of dry roasted almonds???
We are snack mix junkies so I like to make piles at a time.
Hmm, honestly not sure. I would think it would be fine. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much!! xTieghan