Description
Deliciously crispy and flavorful seasoned ranch oyster crackers make a perfect snack or party appetizer. Coated in a buttery ranch seasoning and baked low and slow, these crackers deliver a crunchy, savory bite with hints of dill and onion. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Seasoning Mix
- 1/2 cup Butter (melted)
- 1 package Ranch dressing mix (or 2 tablespoons if using loose seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon Dried dill weed
- 1/4 teaspoon Onion powder
Snack
- 12 ounces Oyster crackers
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). This low temperature allows the seasoning flavors to infuse into the crackers evenly without causing them to brown too quickly or burn.
- Prepare Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Ranch dressing mix, dried dill weed, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended to create a smooth seasoning mixture.
- Coat Crackers: Place the oyster crackers into a large freezer bag. Pour the prepared butter and seasoning mixture over the crackers, seal the bag tightly, and toss gently to ensure every cracker is evenly coated with the flavorful mix.
- Arrange for Baking: Spread the coated crackers out evenly in a single layer on two baking sheets. This prevents overcrowding and promotes even crisping during baking.
- Bake and Stir: Bake the crackers in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and gently stir the crackers to redistribute them evenly. Return the crackers to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. The crackers should be golden and crisp.
- Cool and Store: Once baked, remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheets. After cooling, store in an airtight container to maintain their crispy texture and freshness.
Notes
- Using two baking sheets ensures the crackers bake evenly without steaming each other.
- Keep a close eye during the second baking phase to avoid over-browning or burning.
- These seasoned crackers make a great snack to complement drinks or to gift in mason jars.
