Description
Ranch crackers combine zesty seasoning with crisp saltines for an irresistible snack. These homemade crackers deliver bold flavor that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (910 oz / 25.8 kg) oyster crackers
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 packet (1 oz / 28 g) ranch seasoning mix
- ½ tsp dried dill (to taste)
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 250F (120C), setting the stage for transforming oyster crackers into zesty ranch-infused treats.
- Seasoning Blend: Whisk oil or melted butter with ranch seasoning and dill, creating a fragrant mixture that will thoroughly coat the crackers with robust, herbaceous flavors.
- Coating Process: Gently fold oyster crackers into the seasoned liquid, ensuring each cracker receives a comprehensive, even coverage that promises maximum taste intensity.
- Baking Configuration: Spread the seasoned crackers in a single, uncrowded layer on the prepared sheet, allowing optimal heat circulation and crisp development during roasting.
- Oven Transformation: Roast the crackers for 15-20 minutes, pausing midway to shuffle them, guaranteeing uniform golden coloration and consistent crunchiness throughout the batch.
- Cooling and Finishing: After removing from the oven, let the crackers cool completely, which enhances their crisp texture and allows the ranch seasoning to fully set and intensify.
Notes
- Optimize Oil Coating: Use neutral oils like vegetable or canola to prevent overpowering the ranch seasoning’s delicate flavor profile.
- Control Seasoning Intensity: Adjust ranch mix quantity based on personal preference; start with less and gradually increase for balanced taste.
- Prevent Burning Technique: Stir crackers every 5-7 minutes during baking to ensure even golden-brown coloration without scorching.
- Moisture Management: Let crackers cool completely on baking sheet to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg