Description
Southern Fire Crackers are a bold and flavorful snack that will spice up any occasion. These crispy, marinated saltines combine the zesty taste of ranch seasoning with a kick of red pepper flakes, making them an irresistible treat for parties, game days, or cozy nights at home. With just a few simple steps, you can create this easy-to-make snack that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, these fire crackers are best when marinated overnight to fully absorb those delicious flavors. Serve them alongside your favorite dips or feature them on a charcuterie board for an elevated appetizer experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz Premium Saltine Crackers
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1.5 tsp Onion Powder
- Cracked Black Pepper (to taste)
- 2 Packets Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Mix
- 3 tbsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 cups Olive Oil
Instructions
- In a large gallon-sized storage bag, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, cracked black pepper, ranch dressing mix, and red pepper flakes. Seal and shake until mixed.
- Open the bag and add saltine crackers. Seal the bag again and turn it several times to coat all crackers evenly.
- Marinate in the refrigerator overnight for optimal flavor absorption.
- Preheat oven to 250°F (121°C). Spread marinated crackers on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until crispy.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg