Ranch Oyster Crackers (Printable)

Crispy oyster crackers coated in zesty ranch seasoning for the ultimate savory snack.

# Components:

→ 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
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

# Method:

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, 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. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The entire house fills with that incredible ranch aroma while they bake and everyone wanders into the kitchen asking whats in the oven
  • They take twenty minutes from start to finish but taste like you spent way more effort on them
  • One batch yields enough for a party yet they vanish so fast you might want to make a double batch
02 -
  • Stirring halfway through baking is the crucial step that prevents burning and ensures even crispiness on all sides
  • The crackers might feel slightly soft when they first come out of the oven but they firm up beautifully as they cool
  • Waiting to eat them until fully cooled is hard but necessary for that perfect crunch everyone loves
03 -
  • Use a gentle hand when tossing the crackers to avoid breaking them into tiny pieces
  • Homemade ranch seasoning lets you skip the preservatives and adjust flavors to your exact taste
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