Description
Ranch Oyster Crackers are a flavorful, crunchy snack made by coating oyster crackers in a buttery ranch seasoning mix and allowing them to air-dry. This easy no-bake recipe delivers a savory treat perfect for parties or casual snacking.
Ingredients
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Ranch Mixture
- 1 cup butter, melted (2 sticks)
- 1 (1 ounce) packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper
- 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Crackers
- 18 ounces oyster crackers
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with foil to ensure easy cleanup after the crackers air-dry.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, ranch dressing mix, lemon pepper, dried dill weed, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Coat Crackers: Place the oyster crackers into a very large bowl. Drizzle the melted butter mixture over the crackers and toss thoroughly to ensure each cracker is evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Spread and Air-Dry: Spread the coated crackers evenly across the prepared baking sheets. Leave them to air-dry at room temperature for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally to promote even drying and crispiness.
Notes
- This no-bake recipe creates crispy, flavorful crackers that are perfect for snacking and party appetizers.
- Stirring the crackers periodically during air-drying ensures that they dry evenly without sogginess.
- Using foil on the baking sheets makes cleanup quick and easy.
- The ranch seasoning mix imparts a savory, tangy flavor that complements the butter and herbs perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 40 crackers
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 595 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg
