Here’s a quick and addictively tasty snack: Garlic Ritz Snacks. These are buttery, garlicky, and great for parties, game days, or just a savory bite between meals. You only need a few pantry staples!
🧄 Garlic Ritz Snacks
🕒 Ready in 10–15 Minutes | 🍽️ Serves a crowd (about 30 crackers)
Ingredients:
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1 sleeve (about 30) Ritz crackers
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (or more to taste)
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1/4 tsp onion powder (optional)
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1–2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp dried parsley or Italian seasoning (optional)
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Pinch of salt, to taste (if butter is unsalted)
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). -
Make Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese. Add herbs if using. -
Coat the Crackers:
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Place Ritz crackers in a large mixing bowl.
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Drizzle the garlic butter over them and toss gently with a spatula or your hands to coat evenly.
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Bake:
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Spread crackers in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Bake for 6–8 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant. Keep an eye on them—they crisp up fast!
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Cool & Serve:
Let cool for a few minutes and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
🔄 Variations:
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Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
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Use ranch seasoning instead of garlic powder for a fun twist.
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Turn them into little sandwich snacks with a spread of cream cheese or pepper jelly between two crackers.