Ranch Oyster Crackers (Printable)

Crispy oyster crackers tossed with zesty ranch seasoning and baked until golden. An addictive savory snack ready in just 20 minutes.

# What Goes In:

→ Crackers

01 - 1 bag (9-10 ounces) oyster crackers

→ Seasoning Mixture

02 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter
03 - 1 packet (1 ounce / 3 tablespoons) ranch seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill (optional, recommended)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the oyster crackers in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the oil or melted butter, ranch seasoning mix, dried dill (if using), garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
04 - Pour the seasoning mixture over the crackers and toss gently until all crackers are evenly coated.
05 - Spread the coated crackers in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through baking, until the crackers are golden and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet; crackers will crisp further as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Theyre impossibly addictive, the kind of snack that makes people linger in the kitchen longer than they planned
  • You probably have everything in your pantry right now, making them perfect for unexpected guests
02 -
  • Dont skip the halfway stir—some crackers will brown faster than others, and this keeps everything even
  • They continue crisping for at least an hour after baking, so dont panic if they seem a little soft initially
03 -
  • Save any leftover seasoning mix in a jar—its fantastic on roasted potatoes or popcorn
  • If your crackers seem oily after coating, let them sit for 5 minutes before baking to absorb better
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